Western European Cultural History Tour 2005
ART 379
The Art and Architecture of Europe
Goldman


This course is an introduction to the art and architecture of Europe. The materials and techniques of art and visual principles of organization will form a basis for understanding the traditions of European art. We will discuss visual themes, iconography and symbolism as well as the processes of artistic creation. Course content will be delivered primarily through lectures, readings, and discussions.

I. Class Sessions:
A majority of class sessions will be held on-site or in museums. Other class sessions may be held before or after museum and site visits in order to introduce major themes, terms, art forms and techniques, or to discuss concepts in art.


II. Writing Assignments:
You will be assigned writing exercises exploring themes and topics in European art. Bring a notebook and pen.

III. Quizzes:
There are two quizzes consisting of image identifications, vocabulary definitions and an essay.

IV. Required Texts:


A. Robert Henri, edited by by Margery A, Ryerson, The Art Spirit (this book is available online, ships in 24 hours, and second-hand copies are available) ISBN: 0758197802

B. Fine Arts ~ European Art and Architecture Coursepack downloadable at: http://www.emich.edu/abroad/staff/Benita/index.html

C. Additionally, FA 379* Art and Architecture of Europe must select ONE book to bring on tour, from which you will present information to the general class or write a book report. Most books in the selection are biographies, available from online booksellers. The list is first-come first-served. See the list below and choose a first and second choice book, then E-mail me your choice.

Peter Ackroyd, *William Blake* Publisher: Harry N Abrams (March 1, 2001) ISBN: 0810957108

Jeffrey Potter, *To a Violent Grave: An Oral Biography of Jackson Pollock*
Pushcart Press. ISBN# 0916366472

Ernst Van De Wetering, Rembrandt Harmenszoon Van Rijn,*Rembrandt: The Painter at Work* University of California Press, ISBN: 0520226682

Yve-Alain Bois, *Matisse and Picasso* ISBN: 208010618X

Donald Sassoon, *Becoming Mona Lisa* Harcourt. ISBN# 0151008280

John Ruskin, John D. Rosenberg (Editor) *The Genius of John Ruskin: Selections from His Writings* (Victorian Literature and Culture Series) Publisher: University Press of Virginia; Reprint edition (February 1, 1998)
ISBN: 0813917891

Anthony Bailey, *Standing in the Sun: A Life of J.M.W. Turner* Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (December 1, 1998)
ISBN: 0061180025

Erwin Panofsky, *The Life and Art of Albrecht Durer* Publisher: Princeton University Press (March 1, 1971)
* ISBN: 0691003033

Philip Steadman, *Vermeer's Camera: Uncovering the Truth Behind the Masterpieces*, Publisher: Oxford University Press; New Ed edition (August 1, 2002) ISBN: 0192803026

Jean Renoir, *Renoir, My Father*,
New York Review of Books, N.Y. ISBN# 0-940322-77-3

Art Spiegelman, *Maus, A Survivor's Tale: My Father Bleeds History*,
Pantheon Books, N.Y. ISBN# 0-394-74723-2

Albert J. Lubin, *Stranger on the Earth / A Psychological Portrait of Vincent van Gogh*,
Da Capo Press, N.Y. ISBN # 0-306-80726-2

Frank Whitford, *Egon Schiele: World of Art Series*,
Thames and Hudson, London ISBN # 0-500-20183-8

Frank Whitford, *Klimt: World of Art Series*,
Thames and Hudson, London ISBN # 0-500-20246-X

Peter Robb, *M: The Man Who Became Caravaggio* Henry Holt and Co., NY ISBN# 0-312-27474-2

Norman Mailer, *Portrait of Picasso As a Young Man: An Interpretive Biography* Diane Press, ISBN# 0788161121

Joan Miro *Joan Miro: Selected Writings and Interviews* Da Capo Press ISBN# 0306804859

Francoise Gilot, *Life with Picasso* Doubleday, NY ISBN# 0385261861

Salvador Dali, *The Secret Life of Salvador Dali* Dover, Publications, NY ISBN# 0-486-27454-3


V. Core:

Core sessions are those taught by program faculty for the benefit of all program participants. Any readings, writing, quizzes or participation in projects that you perform for Core will be averaged along with your attendance and counts as 10% of your grade for this course.

VI. Grading:
Quiz scores: 60% Writing Assignments: 30% Core: 10%


VII. Attendance:
Attendance is mandatory. Absences will lower your grade.