ART - Art

This course examines the ways in which race and ethnicity are expressed, reflected, and constructed through the Visual Arts in the United States. Students will describe, analyze, interpret and evaluate works of art by Native American, Black, Asian American, and Latinx artists in order to strengthen their understanding of identity, authenticity, impersonation, commodification, stereotypes, and cultural appropriation. In addition, the course will reinforce how the voice, experience, and strength of oppressed communities can be elevated through the Visual Arts as an integral part of US culture. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

In this course, students will describe, analyze, interpret and evaluate works of art by Native American, Black, Asian American, and Latinx artists in order to strengthen their understanding of how identity can impact the way they engage with art. In addition, students will learn and apply the language of formal analysis while also investigating how European standards influence our taste and expectations in American art. The course will reinforce how the voice, experience, and strength of oppressed communities can be elevated through the Visual Arts as an integral part of US culture. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 2 quarter hours

This course examines the ways in which race and ethnicity are expressed, reflected, and constructed through the Visual Arts in the United States. Students will analyze works by Native American, Black, Asian American, and Latinx artists in order to strengthen their understanding of identity, stereotypes, and cultural appropriation. In addition, the course will reinforce how the voice, experience, and strength of oppressed communities can be elevated through the Visual Arts as an integral part of US culture. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 quarter hours