ART 1010 - Intro to Art

Credits: 3
General Education: Human Cultures (HC)

This course is not equal to or a replacement for the required art history courses for art majors. This is a one-semester, lecture-based introduction to the theories, techniques, concepts, and materials of art. Students define and describe the constructs underlying fine art such as visual literacy, themes of art, use of light and color, principles of design, and describe how these constructs are manifested in such art forms as sculpture, painting, drawing, ceramics, video, photography, architecture, etc. Students describe ways in which works of art exemplify principles and techniques of various media. Students also explore relationships between these concepts and sequential art history spanning ancient to contemporary movements.

Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 810 or equivalent placement.