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ART 145 History of Art - Contemporary (5 credits)



Distribution Area Fulfilled Humanities; General Transfer Elective
Course Description
A concise history of contemporary painting, sculpture, drawings, printmaking, photography, and mixed media from modern foundations through post-modern styles and related issues.

Student Outcomes
1. Identify and apply fundamental methods of visual thinking and art criticism.

2. Define the role of basic visual elements and principles of design and iconography work of art.

3. Recognize basic variations of media in painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking, photography and mixed media.
4. Identify major styles and their characteristics that evolved in the modern world in the mid 19th century through the 20th century.

5. Recognize the contributions of individuals and the various cross cultural influences
and characteristics of the art of the mid 19th century through the 20th century



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