ART 31118 Themes and Methods of African Arts

Dynamic sculptures, textiles, masquerades, assemblages, photography, and architecture made from a variety of materials constitute some of the arts that diverse artists from across West Africa have historically produced. Using a thematic approach, students examine a range of arts linked to the continent and investigate similarities and differences in strategies of artistic production. Students also consider different methods scholars have developed to understand such arts.

Prerequisite

ART 10000, Pre- or Coreq: ART 21000 (or equivalent)

Credits

3

Contact Hours

3 hr./wk.