Art 109 - Renaissance/Baroque Art
Syllabus, Winter Quarter 1998

Welcome to Renaissance/Baroque Art! This course is a study of the history of the development of major and minor arts from the Early Renaissance through the 18th century. Through illustrated lectures and individual research the student will explore the work of individual artists, observe the changing role of the artists in his/her society, note the support systems of art patronage, and assess the aesthetics of the given period or style. It also gives the student the opportunity to analyze and experience the creative process. Class format is a combination of slide lectures, group discussions, presentations, creative art projects, written papers and quizzes.

Goals

1. For students to understand the interdependent role of the arts in society.
2. For students to understand major concepts and principles of art processes and forms in Renaissance/Baroque art.
3. For students to see the relationship of human values and the products people produce.
4. For students to understand and appreciate diverse cultures and opinions.
5. For students to take responsibility for reaching their potentials and for participating in the learning experience. Students are to drive the class.

Learner Outcomes

The student will be able to:

1. Respond in writing to works of art.
2. Articulate oral responses to works of art.
3. Analyze works of art utilizing the formal art elements and principles of design as well as the artists’ purposes and choices.
4. Utilize in oral and written form the critical inquiry method of analyzing art.
5. Demonstrate the principles of art by participating in the process and product of making art.
6. Demonstrate understanding of art in terms of technique, subject, period/movement and style.

Content Areas

1. Late Gothic Italian art
2. 15th century Italian Renaissance art
3. 16th century Italian Renaissance art
4. Northern & Spanish Renaissance art
5. Baroque art

Evaluation

In this process-oriented course, creativity and risk taking are encouraged and grading criteria are based on effort, organization, content, presentation, and creativity. Those who attend class regularly, complete assignments on time, and work hard will receive good grades and will have an enjoyable learning experience. Quizzes must be taken on the scheduled date. Make-ups will be given only due to dire circumstances. A "Z" will not be given in place of a failing grade, nor when a student fails to officially withdraw from the course. Students who do not officially withdraw from the course will receive a grade based on assignments and quizzes given during the entire quarter, whether or not the student completed them. Each student’s final grade will be computed from student’s percentage of total points possible using the table below:

Attendance/Participation

Student will lose 50% of attendance/participation points (50 points possible) upon 3rd absence. Attendance is an easy way to earn points. Also, it is critical for obtaining full credit on many graded activities and for receiving the necessary information and instructions for successful completion of the assignments. Attendance will be taken at random.

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