Huma 1315 Fine Arts Appreciation

This is an introductory course designed to give the student a fundamental understanding of the creation and appreciation of diverse modes of expression through the visual arts, within the context of Fine and Applied Arts.

A survey of the art for the past 6,000 years including the methods by which it was created, the artists who created it, and the cultures within which it was created. The text is The World of Art by Henry M Sayre, which includes an interactive CD. (Order Text) There is a very useful companion website linked below as well as other sites that you will find of interest.

Current Syllabus

World of Art Companion Site

World of Art Companion Site (Revised 4th Ed)

Art Dictionary

The National Gallery of Art

The Louvre

The San Diego Museum of Art

The Getty Museum

LA County Museum

Go to Art & Artists

Go to ART