ART 210 - Fall Introduction to Inuit Art

Institution:

Ilisagvik College

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Description:

Provides a comparative survey and overview of Inuit Art across the circumpolar North. Explores both traditional and contemporary art forms from each of the Arctic countries. Takes note of the variety of materials used and why such materials were chosen. The early uses and purposes of the objects are taught along with their subsequent commercialization. Course content consists of reading and discussion of images and objects. Canada, U.S. (Alaska), Russia, Greenland and Lapland are covered.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ilisagvik.edu

Phone Number:

(907) 852-3333

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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