Art History Teach-Out Advising Plan

Course #

Course Title

GE Area

Major Area

Units

210

Introduction to Art History

C1 (A3)

LD1

3

422

Greek Art

Any Cat A or elective

4

490WIC

Seminar in Visual Art

Capstone

4

499*

Internship

Gallery 

1-3

Course #

Course Title

GE Area

Major Area

Units

211

Intro to Art History

C1 (A3)

LD2

3

4

Greek Art

474

Islamic Art: Spain

Cat C or elective

3

480.1

Topics in Art History

Cat B or elective

3

480.2

Topics in Art History

Cat A or elective

3

499*

Internship

Gallery

1-3

SSU Course

CSU Fully Online Couse

Category A:

Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance/Baroque, 18th-19th Century, History of Photography

ARTH 355 Transatlantic Baroque Art 

Examines Baroque Art that originated in Europe in the seventeenth century with diverse expressions in different regions including Italy, Spain, and northern Europe. The study of transatlantic Baroque visual and material culture examines the interconnection between the Baroque in Europe and what resulted from global exchanges with the Americas and Asia. GenEd: UDGE-C.

ARTH 484 History of Photography

The development of photography from roots in classical and medieval discoveries to the present, its role in historical documentation, its reciprocal influence upon the arts, its contribution to science, and its importance as an extension of human vision. Non-silver processes and fusion of photography with computer and other media will be examined. Ansel Adams, Imogen Cunningham, Alfred Stieglitz, and Edward Weston are among the photographers to be considered.

ARTH 431W Medieval Art & Architecture

In-depth thematic study of medieval art and architecture. The course is thematic, with emphasis on religion, geography, sexuality, race, and monstrosity

Category B:

Modern/Contemporary

ARTH 376 Conte Art (1970-Present) 

A writing intensive course that examines the major visual components of postmodern culture. This course will explore a wide range of issues related to the multicultural identity of contemporary culture. Developments in the late 20th and early 21st centuries such as film, digital media, and critical theory as well as traditional visual forms of expression such as painting and sculptures will be discussed. GenEd: UDGE-C

ARTH 441W Contemporary Art

An investigation of artists and issues in the global contemporary art world

ARTH 481 Modern History of Interiors 

Survey of the language of form and space and stylistic vocabularies related to interiors, furnishings, and architecture for 19th and 20th century European and American art from the Colonial period. Styles such as Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Bauhaus, Memphis, and Postmodern addressed, and architects and designers such as William Morris, Frank Lloyd Wright, Eileen Gray, and LeCorbusier included. (000778). Repeatability: You may take this course for a maximum of 3 units. Course Attributes: Upper Division.

ARTH 493 Museum and Gallery Management

A seminar surveying the management of nonprofit museums and other visual arts organizations and the role of these institutions within society. Topics range from practical information, such as the structure of nonprofit organizations, the role of a board of trustees, fund-raising, financial management, marketing, and the growing use of technology in the arts, to theoretical concepts being discussed within the field. Guest lecturers and field trips will be scheduled throughout the semester.

VPA 320S Museum Studies

Through hands-on activities that consider community needs and facilitate public participation, this course examines the sociocultural importance of museums as society serving institutions that collect and preserve objects that are culturally, artistically and historically significant. Across reciprocal service learning partnerships with museums, students gain leadership skills and make connections to community through critical and ethical inquiry that includes research and education programming. University Requirement: UDSL Upper Division Service Learning

ARTH 334 The Business of Art

Exploration into aspects of the business side of the art world, including the financial activities of art consultants, private dealers, commercial galleries, corporate art collections, public museums, and international auction houses. Case studies in art marketing, gallery and museum management, contracts and commissions, as well as public image and career development will be investigated.

ARTH 494 Museum Theory and Practice

An advanced lecture and activity course in methods and techniques of nonprofit gallery and museum practice. Topics include lude history and philosophy of museums, their structure and purpose, exhibition development, and a museum’s relationship to the public. Current issues such as accountability, management of cultural artifacts, censorship, and funding for the arts will also be discussed. Students participate in various functions of the University Art Gallery including exhibition installation and design, opening receptions, publicity, fundraising events, and administration. Two off-campus field trips will be planned.

ARTH 302: Intro to Museum Studies

History, principles and development of art and design, natural history and anthropology, science, historic houses, botanical gardens, zoos and children's museums. Subjects include scope of museum history, collections, conservation, exhibition, interpretation, engagement, service, careers and professional practices in museums.