Describe the historical development of the humanities from the prehistoric era to the present. Describe how the visual arts developed in the 17th through 20th centuries.
Examine the forms of expression that instantiate the arts and humanities. Explain the aesthetic principles expressed in the visual arts.
Integrate the humanities with everyday life.
Illustrate the use of visual arts in commercial design Assess how visual images in advertising influence our buying habits.
Communicate effectively in forms appropriate to the humanities.
Which basic features were preserved through the centuries, and which changed dramatically?
How do you think artists choose which styles to employ in their own work?
Consider how these styles are exemplified in commercial design during our own time. Collect eight or ten visual images from web sites and advertisements and explain how they incorporate traditional elements of visual design.
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