ART 432 Topics in Contemporary Art

3 Credit(s) DI

An examination of the major trends in the visual arts and art criticism from 1950 to the present. Media discussed include painting, sculpture, photography, architecture, and new genres. Art works will be studied in their cultural, social, and political contexts. Course requirements include frequent visits to Boston area galleries and museums at students’ expense. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: ART100A or ART332A or permission of the Department Chairperson.