ARTT 1625 - Fine Art Appreciation: Travel Abroad

Credit Hours: 4.00

Objectives: The student will:

1. Identify the components of two-dimensional art through authentic example: drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, and film.
2. Express the components of three-dimensional art through authentic example: sculpture, craft media, and architecture.
3. Identify the movements in Western art and where they exist in context.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to apply fundamental art vocabulary while observing actual artworks through a historical context:

Objectives: The student will:

1. Critically analyze visual art forms through writing.
2. Complete a visual journal of their observations obtained through travel.
3. Articulate the historical context of the artwork of a particular international location through presentation.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to identify the formal elements of design in art.

Objectives: The student will:

1. Recognize the elements of design through authentic examples.
2. Analyze the elements of design through authentic examples.
3. Exercise critical evaluation of the elements.
4. Identify form and content.

Outcome 4: Upon completion of the course, the student will show a greater global competency through the appreciation of art in its original context.

Objectives: The student will:

1. Articulate the importance of visual art in the world through travel.
2. Express the cultural significance of art in its location.
3. Grasp their position as a global citizen through international travel.

• Communication: The graduate can communicate effectively for the intended purpose and audience.
• Critical Thinking: The graduate can make informed decisions after analyzing information or evidence related to the issue.
• Global Literacy: The graduate can analyze human behavior or experiences through cultural, social, political, or economic perspectives.
• Information Literacy: The graduate can responsibly use information gathered from a variety of formats in order to complete a task.
• Quantitative Reasoning: The graduate can apply quantitative methods or evidence to solve problems or make judgments.
• Scientific Literacy: The graduate can produce or interpret scientific information presented in a variety of formats.

1. Introduction to the class
2. What to expect when travelling
3. Introduction to the Arts
4. How to appreciate art

2: Abroad

1. Curriculum aligned with travel destinations

3: Abroad

1. Curriculum aligned with travel destinations

4: On Campus

1. Evaluation of trip
2. Presentations