ART 494 - Introduction to Theory and Methods

This course will explore the development of traditional art methodologies, such as formalism, connoisseurship, style, and iconography, as well as innovative approaches derived from literary theory, political discourse, and the digital age, such as semiotics, post-colonialism, and thing-theory. Students will develop a portfolio of writing, applying these methods to works of art. Students will also lead discussions and give informal and formal presentations. Open to all students, art history majors must take the course as a capstone and will produce a research-based project of substantial breadth and quality, e.g. a 20-25 page research paper. Non-art history majors will produce a research-based project of their design in consultation with the instructor. Double-majors in art history and studio art are required to follow the art history capstone requirements.

Credits: 4
Terms Offered: Fall