ART 207 - Contemporary Art

5 CR

This course will introduce students to significant contemporary art from 1980 to the present day. Students will examine the social contexts in which these artworks are produced, presented, and received by the public. We will also explore different perspectives to better interpret contemporary art’s meaning and messaging.

Course Outcomes

Examine the roots of contemporary art within the broader topic of Art History.
Articulate and differentiate specific styles within late 20th and early 21st-century art.
Explore significant contemporary art and artists in their social and political contexts.
Analyze the aesthetic relationships among message, material, and technical process.
Acquire a working knowledge of the specialized vocabulary used in Art History.
Utilize formal analysis skills to critique significant contemporary artworks.
Research, analyze, and evaluate an artist or artwork related to course topics.

GenEd Outcomes: Creative and Critical Thinking

Aesthetic Awareness

GenEd Outcomes: Connections

Historical and Intellectual Perspectives

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