ARTT-124 Far Eastern Art
In this survey of Far Eastern art, students will investigate the human condition and achievements of Asian cultures and discover how art reflects the cultures and human values of this unique area of the world. Students will be introduced to the varied ways Asian art has expressed responses to existence and the search for meaning. This course will address the extraordinary diversity of form and intent that distinguishes it from Western culture and will examine its cultural forces that have helped to shape the art of that region. Areas of focus will include visual art as it relates to philosophy, history, and literature in Asian cultures. Students will acquire the fundamental knowledge about the significance of arts, culture, and the creative process in Asia and its impact on our global culture.