ART1351

Meets MN Transfer Curriculum Goal Area 5 and Goal Area 6. This course examines painting, sculpture, architecture, crafts and other art forms and the context that informed their creation from the 15th century through present day. Through slide lectures, discussions, videos, and/or museum/gallery visits, students will gain a historical perspective of the world through visual art and material culture.
Student Learning Outcomes

• Analyze major art movements from the 15th century to present day, and the stylistic characteristics which differentiate them.
• Identify key examples of art works of different styles created around the world during this time period.
• Explain the basic visual elements and principles of design present in art work of this period.
• Describe works of art in terms of visual elements and principles of design.
• Describe political, economic, and cultural factors that contribute to the differences and similarities in artistic trends throughout the world.
• Analyze the work of artists as expressions of human values as well as reflections of the historical, cultural, and social context.
• Formulate informed responses to works of visual arts produced worldwide.
• Compare art historical periods by writing critical and analytical essays using academic research and scholarship.