Module #1 Introduction to Art Appreciation Overview of the course, importance of art appreciation, and understanding the role of art in society
Module #2 Understanding Artistic Mediums Exploring different artistic mediums, such as painting, sculpture, photography, and printmaking
Module #3 Art Historical Periods:Ancient to Medieval Survey of art from ancient civilizations to the medieval period, including Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Byzantine art
Module #4 Renaissance to Baroque Examining art from the Renaissance to the Baroque period, including works by masters like Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Rembrandt
Module #5 18th and 19th Century Art Exploring art from the Enlightenment to the Industrial Revolution, including Romanticism, Realism, and Impressionism
Module #6 Modern Art Movements Introduction to modern art movements, including Fauvism, Cubism, Expressionism, and Surrealism
Module #7 Abstract Art and Non-Representationalism Examining the development of abstract art, from Kandinsky to Abstract Expressionism
Module #8 Contemporary Art:1960s to Present Survey of contemporary art, including Pop Art, Minimalism, Conceptual Art, and Postmodernism
Module #9 Art Criticism:Understanding the Basics Introduction to art criticism, including key terms, concepts, and methods
Module #10 Analyzing Composition and Form Examining the elements of art, including line, shape, color, texture, and space
Module #11 Understanding Symbolism and Iconography Deciphering symbolic meanings and iconographic references in art
Module #12 The Role of Context in Art Interpretation Considering the importance of historical, cultural, and social context in understanding art
Module #13 Art and Identity:Gender, Race, and Culture Examining how art reflects and shapes our understanding of identity and diversity
Module #14 The Artists Intent:Understanding the Creative Process Insights into the artistic process, including inspiration, technique, and intention
Module #15 Art and Technology:The Digital Age Exploring the intersection of art and technology, including digital art, virtual reality, and social media
Module #16 Art and Society:Politics, Protest, and Activism Analyzing the role of art in social and political movements throughout history
Module #17 Museums and Galleries:The Art World Industry Behind-the-scenes look at the art world, including the role of museums, galleries, and dealers
Module #18 Art Market and Collecting:The Business of Art Understanding the art market, including art collecting, auction houses, and art fairs
Module #19 Art Conservation and Restoration Introduction to art conservation and restoration, including techniques, ethics, and challenges
Module #20 Art and Architecture:Intersections and Influences Examining the relationship between art and architecture, including design, style, and functionality
Module #21 Film and Video Art Exploring the evolution of film and video art, from experimental to narrative
Module #22 Performance Art and the Body Analyzing the role of performance art, including dance, theater, and body art
Module #23 Photography as Fine Art Understanding the development of photography as a fine art medium, from daguerreotype to digital
Module #24 Printmaking and Multiples Examining the techniques and significance of printmaking, including etching, lithography, and screenprinting
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Art Appreciation and Criticism career
