Course title

VA800

Pre-requisite

N/A

Course 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 States

School state

Arizona

School city

Gilbert

School / district Address

500 E. McQueen Road

School zip code

85233

Date submitted

Approved

Yes

Approved competency code

  • FIAR
  • 1 year of Fine Art

Approved date

Online / Virtual

No