The course is an introduction to art history that will explore developments in art and architecture from the Prehistoric through Medieval periods ('caves to cathedrals') from a global perspective. We will focus on examples of significant artistic and architectural monuments from a range of historical periods and cultures that represent the foundations of art and architecture. The objective is that students will "learn to look" at artistic expression and the visual sources of history and come to an understanding of works of art within their historical contexts. Developing your analytical, critical, reading, writing, and discussion skills is central to our methods of introducing you to the practice of art history. We hope that your study in this course will lead to an enriched appreciation of art and culture and provide a challenging academic experience.

The course is an introduction to art history that will explore developments in art and architecture from the Renaissance through Contemporary art from a global perspective. We will focus on examples of significant artistic and architectural monuments from a range of historical periods and cultures that represent the foundations of art and architecture of the period. The objective is that students will "learn to look" at artistic expression and the visual sources of history and come to an understanding of works of art within their historical contexts. Developing ones analytical, critical, reading, writing, and discussion skills is central to the methods of introducing oneself to the practice of art history.