This fully revised edition of the History of Art: A Students Handbook introduces students to the kinds of practices; challenges; questions and writings they will encounter in studying the history of art. Marcia Pointon conveys the excitement of Art History as a multi-faceted discipline addressing all aspects of the study of media; communication and representation. She describes and analyses different methods and approaches to the discipline; explaining their history and their effects on the day-to-day learning process. She also discusses the relationship of Art History to related disciplines including film; literature; design history and anthropology.The fifth edition of this classic text includes:bull; information on why Art History is important and relevant in todayrsquo;s world guidance on choosing a degree course case studies of careers pursued by Art History graduates advice on study skills and reading methodsa bibliography and further readingdetailed up to date advice on electronic resources and links to essential websitesHistory of Art covers academic; training and vocational aspects of Art History; providing a wealth of information on the characteristics of courses available and on the relationship between Art History and the world of museums and heritage.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. I recommendBy movie loverLove this book! Some great ideas and techniques for beginners and more advanced mixed media artists1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. expand your horizonsBy Kruela EdisonMore information. You can never learn too much0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Inspiring.By Shirley G VickThe aithor of this book is so inspiring. So many of these techniques sound like it is something that I must do. It will be good for artistic activities for my g-kids too!
