Global Arts and Cultures

Global Arts and Cultures provides a comprehensive understanding of formal art appreciation and common art themes across cultures, time, and place. The textbook is divided into 12 chapters in which students learn about art definitions, categories, vocabulary, elements and principles, art styles, art analysis theories, and the roles of the artist over the centuries. Student learning focuses on thematic topics common in world arts, such as composition, context and connoisseurship, religion and spirituality, death, love, portraiture, and landscapes. The textbook seamlessly navigates western and non-western arts and provides opportunities for cultivating art and culture competency. 

Features: 

• The textbook is available in etext format with color images.
• End of chapter discussion questions are an excellent instructor-led review materials or small group discussions and writing prompts.
• Online discussion boards, quizzes, exams, and projects are available.

Courses: Art Appreciation, Fine Arts Appreciation