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  • 3.00 Credits

    The course is an introduction to the visual arts. It encompasses the world of western and non-western art. It deals with the principles of art, formal and contextual elements and the basic vocabulary necessary in order to articulate opinions about the arts. The course has a studio component that will allow the student hands on experience to encourage visual communication through the visual arts.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This class will trace the development of art and architecture that has influenced the cultures of modern Western Europe and America. Chronologically, a vast stretch of time is covered beginning with the Early Stone Age and extending to the Gothic Period in Western Europe. The course focuses on the seminal Mediterranean civilizations include Egypt, Greece, and Rome as well as Late Antique and Medieval Europe.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will provide a general survey of the history of art from 14th century Italian art to the present. Important, representative works of art from each artistic period will be examined in their historical context. Works of art will be analyzed both intrinsically for their unique formal qualities, and extrinsically for theme and socio-historical context including referencing cultures and individuals responsible for their creation. A variety of artworks will be examined for their formal qualities and the insight they provide about the societies that have created them. The course includes an oral communication component that develops skills in interpersonal communication.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will trace the development of ceramic arts and its connection to the cultures and context that created them. Chronologically, a vast stretch of time is covered beginning with the Neolithic Era and extending to the Contemporary Era. It will cover the accomplishments of diverse cultures, including Middle Eastern, Pre-Columbian, East Asian, and European ceramic production.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course introduces students to the history of photography from its beginnings in the 1830s to the recent practices of photographers and artists working with photographic technologies in the context of Post-modernity. The course will introduce students to the history of photography and criticism. It will explore statements by artists and photographers as well as the writings of critics and historians which reflect the evolving status of the photographic object with reference to technology and culture, including pop culture, avant-garde art, discourse and documentation.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is a survey of graphic design and typography in Europe and the United States. By taking into account the social context, we will explore the evolution of graphic design and the changing roles of graphic designers from the 1800's to the present. Readings emphasize stylistic developments, materials and commonalities with other design practices.
  • 3.00 Credits

    The course will develop and increase the understanding of Non-Western cultures while exposing students to the cultural and religious influences that served to shape the arts of the Far East. Within the frame of the importance of a liberal arts education, students will be exposed to non-Western values and belief systems, they are important tools that will allow one to observe and better understand Far Eastern art.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course explores the work and accomplishments of women in the visual arts. Beginning with the medieval period to the present, it examines the work of women in the different contexts in which they were produced. The course will evaluate the relationship between academic training and opportunities available for women.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course traces the History of Architecture from the early developments in the Early Stone Age, through the 21st century. The various styles and theories that shaped the history of Architecture will be explored through the examination of architectural landmarks within the specific cultural, social, political and economic contexts of their design and construction. The primary focus of the course will be on Western Architecture and culture. The architecture of the Middle East, East Asian, Americas and African will be explored.
  • 3.00 Credits

    The course will examine the notion of cultural "rebirth" which embodies the Renaissance period. It will examine the role of patronage and the emergence of artistic personalities and business practices. Class lecture will be structured to emphasize the diverse influences that shaped the arts during the Italian Renaissance.
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