Course title
VA800Pre-requisite
N/ACourse description
This course will cover the history of Western visual arts; with a primary focus on painting. Students begin with an introduction to the basic principles of painting and learn how to critique and compare works of art. Students then explore prehistoric and early Greek and Roman art before they move on to the Middle Ages. Emphasis is placed on the Renaissance and the principles and masters that emerged in Italy and northern Europe. While Western art is the course’s primary focus; students will finish the course by studying artistic traditions from Africa; Asia; Oceania; and the Americas. Coverage of each artistic movement highlights historical context and introduces students to key artists that represent a variety of geographic locations. Throughout the course; students apply what they have learned about art critique to analyze and evaluate both individual artists and individual works of art.
School country
United StatesSchool state
ArizonaSchool city
GilbertSchool / district Address
500 E. McQueen RoadSchool zip code
85233Date submitted
Approved
YesApproved competency code
- FIAR
- 1 year of Fine Art