3 credit hours This aesthetic appreciation course is designed to help the student find personal meaning in works of art and develop a better understanding of the nature and validity of art. Emphasis is placed on the visual arts. Upon completion of this course students will demonstrate knowledge of an art related vocabulary and the historical and intercultural context of artistic styles; gain an appreciation for the aesthetics of the visual arts including the visual elements and principles of design in a two- and three-dimensional media. Students will be able to develop an informed personal reaction to the arts based upon critical analysis of various art forms and an appreciation of the artistic processes to complete such art forms. Class materials will be presented via image presentations, class discussions, hands on studio work, and outside reading assignments.

Develops an appreciation of the visual arts by investigating the elements and principles of art, art criticism, art production, and the history of art. Includes written critiques and assignments. Requires students to identify works of arts and describe their significance in writing.. May be delivered hybrid.