The document discusses the Northern Renaissance in Europe, especially in areas like Holland, Belgium, and Germany. It focuses on several important 15th century Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck, known for works like the Arnolfini Portrait and the Ghent Altarpiece. Rogier van der Weyden and Hans Memling were other influential Flemish painters of this time period. The document also covers Matthias Grunewald in Germany and Hieronymus Bosch in the Netherlands, known for his strange and grotesque motifs. The rise of printed images and books in the 15th century, pioneered by artists like Albrecht Dürer, helped disseminate ideas and spread the Renaissance
This is a compilation of writing styles done for a Marketing Communications class at FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in San Francisco.
The document provides instructions for a student to write a news article summarizing an event from early Roman times. The article should include a headline, details about the event, and indicate what fictional newspaper it is being published in. It asks the student to draw from material covered in their Social Studies class about Roman territorial expansion, daily life, politics, or other topics related to the early days of Rome. The instructions are part of a classroom activity assignment from the student's 9th grade Social Studies teacher.
Exam 2 review presentation 3 -hellenistic and romebellablackadder
The document provides information on various Greek and Roman sculptors, artworks, and architectural structures. It discusses prominent Greek sculptors like Praxiteles, Skopas, and Lysippos. It then covers various structures from the ancient world including the Seven Wonders of the World, artifacts from Pompeii, and imperial Roman art like the Augustus of Prima Porta statue and Ara Pacis altar. The document also mentions Roman architectural features such as arches, columns, and the Colosseum amphitheater.
This portfolio is a compilation of works completed by Ashley Stanton while attending FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in San Francisco.
This document provides a study guide for Ancient Art History: Survey of Western Art I covering Weeks 9 and 10, which discusses important people, places, styles, and events in the Byzantine and Islamic empires as well as the rise of Gothic architecture in Europe. Key topics covered include Emperor Justinian and Theodora, the construction of Hagia Sophia, icons and iconoclasm, the development of calligraphy and mosque architecture in the Islamic world, and the innovations of Abbot Suger that influenced Gothic cathedrals such as Chartres.
This document provides the syllabus and schedule for an Art History I course on ancient art at FIDM. The course will cover art from prehistoric times through the Gothic period. Students will take two exams worth 1/3 of their grade each and write a short paper also worth 1/3. The paper will involve analyzing an ancient artwork at a local museum. Alternate paper assignments are available if visiting a museum would be difficult. The class will meet weekly and study guides with key terms and images will be provided. Readings from the textbook are recommended as additional background material.
The document discusses the Northern Renaissance in Europe, especially in areas like Holland, Belgium, and Germany. It focuses on several important 15th century Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck, known for works like the Arnolfini Portrait and the Ghent Altarpiece. Rogier van der Weyden and Hans Memling were other influential Flemish painters of this time period. The document also covers Matthias Grunewald in Germany and Hieronymus Bosch in the Netherlands, known for his strange and grotesque motifs. The rise of printed images and books in the 15th century, pioneered by artists like Albrecht Dürer, helped disseminate ideas and spread the Renaissance
This is a compilation of writing styles done for a Marketing Communications class at FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in San Francisco.
The document provides instructions for a student to write a news article summarizing an event from early Roman times. The article should include a headline, details about the event, and indicate what fictional newspaper it is being published in. It asks the student to draw from material covered in their Social Studies class about Roman territorial expansion, daily life, politics, or other topics related to the early days of Rome. The instructions are part of a classroom activity assignment from the student's 9th grade Social Studies teacher.
Exam 2 review presentation 3 -hellenistic and romebellablackadder
The document provides information on various Greek and Roman sculptors, artworks, and architectural structures. It discusses prominent Greek sculptors like Praxiteles, Skopas, and Lysippos. It then covers various structures from the ancient world including the Seven Wonders of the World, artifacts from Pompeii, and imperial Roman art like the Augustus of Prima Porta statue and Ara Pacis altar. The document also mentions Roman architectural features such as arches, columns, and the Colosseum amphitheater.
This portfolio is a compilation of works completed by Ashley Stanton while attending FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in San Francisco.
This document provides a study guide for Ancient Art History: Survey of Western Art I covering Weeks 9 and 10, which discusses important people, places, styles, and events in the Byzantine and Islamic empires as well as the rise of Gothic architecture in Europe. Key topics covered include Emperor Justinian and Theodora, the construction of Hagia Sophia, icons and iconoclasm, the development of calligraphy and mosque architecture in the Islamic world, and the innovations of Abbot Suger that influenced Gothic cathedrals such as Chartres.
This document provides the syllabus and schedule for an Art History I course on ancient art at FIDM. The course will cover art from prehistoric times through the Gothic period. Students will take two exams worth 1/3 of their grade each and write a short paper also worth 1/3. The paper will involve analyzing an ancient artwork at a local museum. Alternate paper assignments are available if visiting a museum would be difficult. The class will meet weekly and study guides with key terms and images will be provided. Readings from the textbook are recommended as additional background material.
This document outlines the syllabus and schedule for an Art History I course on ancient art at FIDM. It provides details on the instructor, required text, assignments including two exams and a paper, attendance policy, and a weekly schedule of topics. Students have the option to complete a standard museum paper or an alternative project for the paper assignment. Study guides, review materials, and online resources will be provided.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document provides an overview of important developments in art and architecture during the 13th week of an ancient art history survey. It discusses figures like Theodoric and Justinian, architectural landmarks such as San Vitale, Hagia Sophia, and the Dome of the Rock, and artistic styles including icons, calligraphy, and mosque design. Potential essay topics examine the iconoclastic controversy over icons and reasons for their support or criticism, as well as how calligraphy emerged as an Islamic art form and key elements of different mosque plans.
Week 12 of the Ancient Art History Survey focused on art from the late Roman Empire in the 2nd-4th centuries AD. Key topics included the damnatio memoriae practice of disgracing emperors after death, architecture projects under emperors Trajan and Hadrian like the Column of Trajan and Hadrian's Villa, and the rise of Early Christian art and architecture under Constantine following the Edict of Milan. Important sites mentioned were the Pantheon, Arch of Constantine, catacombs, and Mausoleum of Galla Placidia.
The document provides an overview of key topics and figures from Ancient Roman art history for the upcoming take-home exam. It lists important terms like Romulus and Remus, Aeneas, Julius Caesar, and Augustus. Students are not required to meet in class and instead have a take-home exam and assignment on Dia de los Muertos. The exam will cover topics like Augustus' propaganda through the Prima Porta and Ara Pacis sculptures, and Vespasian's decision to depict himself veristically when constructing the Flavian Amphitheater, also known as the Colosseum.
This document provides an overview of key topics and terms from Ancient Greek art history in Week 9, including architectural elements of the Doric and Ionic orders, refinements in the design of the Parthenon, and figures such as Pericles and Phidias. It also differentiates between the Hellenic and Hellenistic periods, lists the Seven Wonders of the World, and provides potential essay questions and images to examine like the Parthenon and Pergamon Altar.
This document provides an overview of ancient Greek art from the Geometric period through the Archaic period. It discusses common vase shapes like amphorae, kraters, and kylikes from the Geometric and Orientalizing periods. Black figure and red figure vase painting techniques developed in this time. The Archaic period saw the emergence of the kore statue and archaic smile, as well as the kouros youth figure. Important temples from this time included the Temple of Zeus at Olympia, known for its pediment sculptures. Significant sculptures included the Discobolus by Myron and the Doryphoros by Polykleitos, which demonstrated Greek ideals of symmetria and proportion.
The document provides background on Mesopotamian civilization during weeks 6 and 7 of an ancient art history survey course. It lists important names, terms, locations, rulers, artifacts, and potential essay questions related to Mesopotamian cultures like Sumer, Akkad, Babylon, and Assyria between roughly 2500 BC to 600 BC.
This document provides an overview of key topics and terms to be covered for Weeks 4 and 5 of an Ancient Art History survey course. It notes that a review session will be held next week in preparation for the first exam. It also lists online review materials available and reminds students that these are brief and not a substitute for the classes. The document concludes with a list of names, terms, potential essay questions, and images that will be relevant to the upcoming material.
This document provides an overview of Week 3 material for an Ancient Art History survey course. It includes a list of important names, terms, and concepts from the week's readings such as Neolithic sites, Egyptian gods, and aspects of mummification. The document also provides a guide to common Egyptian deities with their associated domains and typical visual attributes. Possible essay questions are outlined asking students to discuss works like the Palette of King Narmer and aspects of the Egyptian mummification process.
Ancient Art History Survey (CSUDH Art 110)—Study Sheet, Week 1 provides key terms and potential essay questions to help students study for the first lecture exam. The terms include Homo Sapiens, Neanderthal, Paleolithic, cave painting techniques. Possible essay topics ask how prehistoric image making developed human culture and discuss theories for what cave art represented, such as hunting magic or fertility rituals. Images from the textbook on the Venus of Willendorf sculpture and Lascaux cave paintings may also appear on the exam.
The professor cancels the Art 110 class scheduled for November 2nd, which is Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), and instead assigns a paper on the holiday. Students are asked to read an online essay about Dia de los Muertos, attend a local event if possible, and write a 2-3 page paper discussing the traditions from the essay, their observations from the event, and comparisons to ancient practices of venerating the dead discussed in an upcoming class. Alternatives are provided if students cannot attend an event or the October 31st class.
This document provides the syllabus and schedule for an introductory ancient art history survey course. It outlines the course materials, requirements, grading, and exam format. Students will study ancient art from prehistoric through medieval periods, both Western and non-Western civilizations. Requirements include three exams, a paper/project, attendance, and a special Dia de los Muertos assignment exploring traditions of venerating the dead in various cultures. The schedule lists the topics, readings, and key dates for the semester. Accommodations will be made for students with special needs. Academic integrity is expected.
Muhammed founded the first Islamic state in Medina in 622, establishing the religion of Islam. Islamic art is characterized by aniconism, or the prohibition of images, and calligraphy. Important early Islamic architectural structures include the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem, notable for housing a sacred rock, and the Selimiye Mosque in Edirne, Turkey, both following a central plan with features like qibla walls oriented towards Mecca and mihrabs. Other mosque styles featured hypostyle halls and four-iwan plans.
This document provides sample review questions for a final exam on Art History 1 (Survey of Western Art 1). It includes multiple choice questions testing knowledge of important buildings, symbols, artists, and time periods covered in the class. Students are advised to review presentation slides for possible essay question topics on subjects like the Parthenon, Colosseum, iconoclasm, and early Christian art and architecture.
This document provides a set of review questions and answers for an art history exam focusing on ancient art and architecture from various cultures such as ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Europe. The questions cover topics like famous monuments and their locations, artistic techniques, important figures, religious symbols, and terminology.
Final exam in two weeks. Papers also due in two weeks, with exam review in the second half of the last class. Key terms include Tiberius, cameo, trophy, Nero, Domus Aurea, trompe l'oeil, painting styles, Villa of Mysteries, Pompeii, Mt. Vesuvius, Vespasian, Flavian, Colosseum, arch construction, and more. Possible essay questions discuss Vespasian's self-representation and the construction of the Colosseum, or how early Christian art borrowed forms and gave them new meanings through attributes of saints. Example artworks provided are the Colosseum, Pantheon, Arch of Constantine,
The document provides an overview of ancient Western art from the 4th century BC to the 1st century BC, covering the transition from Hellenic to Hellenistic periods and the rise of Roman rule under Augustus. It lists influential Greek artists like Lysippos and major works including the Seven Wonders of the World, several of which were from the Hellenistic era but are now destroyed or in ruins. The document also outlines Roman developments like realistic portrait styles and Augustus' self-presentation on the Prima Porta statue and Ara Pacis monument to promote his message of peace.
1) Hammurabi was appointed by the gods Anu, Bel, and Marduk to rule over Babylon and establish righteousness and justice in the land.
2) Hammurabi lists his accomplishments as king, which include expanding and enriching many cities and temples in Mesopotamia like Nippur, Ur, Isin, Kish, and Borsippa.
3) As the final king appointed by the gods, Hammurabi aims to protect the oppressed and bring well-being to the people of Babylon through righteousness and justice.
The document provides key terms related to ancient Greek architecture and sculpture from the 5th century BC including different column styles, structures on the Acropolis in Athens like the Parthenon and Propylaea, and important figures of the time like Pericles and Phidias. It suggests discussing optical refinements in the Parthenon's design that enhance the viewer's experience, and the subject and significance of the Parthenon frieze.
This document outlines the syllabus and schedule for an Art History I course on ancient art at FIDM. It provides details on the instructor, required text, assignments including two exams and a paper, attendance policy, and a weekly schedule of topics. Students have the option to complete a standard museum paper or an alternative project for the paper assignment. Study guides, review materials, and online resources will be provided.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document provides an overview of important developments in art and architecture during the 13th week of an ancient art history survey. It discusses figures like Theodoric and Justinian, architectural landmarks such as San Vitale, Hagia Sophia, and the Dome of the Rock, and artistic styles including icons, calligraphy, and mosque design. Potential essay topics examine the iconoclastic controversy over icons and reasons for their support or criticism, as well as how calligraphy emerged as an Islamic art form and key elements of different mosque plans.
Week 12 of the Ancient Art History Survey focused on art from the late Roman Empire in the 2nd-4th centuries AD. Key topics included the damnatio memoriae practice of disgracing emperors after death, architecture projects under emperors Trajan and Hadrian like the Column of Trajan and Hadrian's Villa, and the rise of Early Christian art and architecture under Constantine following the Edict of Milan. Important sites mentioned were the Pantheon, Arch of Constantine, catacombs, and Mausoleum of Galla Placidia.
The document provides an overview of key topics and figures from Ancient Roman art history for the upcoming take-home exam. It lists important terms like Romulus and Remus, Aeneas, Julius Caesar, and Augustus. Students are not required to meet in class and instead have a take-home exam and assignment on Dia de los Muertos. The exam will cover topics like Augustus' propaganda through the Prima Porta and Ara Pacis sculptures, and Vespasian's decision to depict himself veristically when constructing the Flavian Amphitheater, also known as the Colosseum.
This document provides an overview of key topics and terms from Ancient Greek art history in Week 9, including architectural elements of the Doric and Ionic orders, refinements in the design of the Parthenon, and figures such as Pericles and Phidias. It also differentiates between the Hellenic and Hellenistic periods, lists the Seven Wonders of the World, and provides potential essay questions and images to examine like the Parthenon and Pergamon Altar.
This document provides an overview of ancient Greek art from the Geometric period through the Archaic period. It discusses common vase shapes like amphorae, kraters, and kylikes from the Geometric and Orientalizing periods. Black figure and red figure vase painting techniques developed in this time. The Archaic period saw the emergence of the kore statue and archaic smile, as well as the kouros youth figure. Important temples from this time included the Temple of Zeus at Olympia, known for its pediment sculptures. Significant sculptures included the Discobolus by Myron and the Doryphoros by Polykleitos, which demonstrated Greek ideals of symmetria and proportion.
The document provides background on Mesopotamian civilization during weeks 6 and 7 of an ancient art history survey course. It lists important names, terms, locations, rulers, artifacts, and potential essay questions related to Mesopotamian cultures like Sumer, Akkad, Babylon, and Assyria between roughly 2500 BC to 600 BC.
This document provides an overview of key topics and terms to be covered for Weeks 4 and 5 of an Ancient Art History survey course. It notes that a review session will be held next week in preparation for the first exam. It also lists online review materials available and reminds students that these are brief and not a substitute for the classes. The document concludes with a list of names, terms, potential essay questions, and images that will be relevant to the upcoming material.
This document provides an overview of Week 3 material for an Ancient Art History survey course. It includes a list of important names, terms, and concepts from the week's readings such as Neolithic sites, Egyptian gods, and aspects of mummification. The document also provides a guide to common Egyptian deities with their associated domains and typical visual attributes. Possible essay questions are outlined asking students to discuss works like the Palette of King Narmer and aspects of the Egyptian mummification process.
Ancient Art History Survey (CSUDH Art 110)—Study Sheet, Week 1 provides key terms and potential essay questions to help students study for the first lecture exam. The terms include Homo Sapiens, Neanderthal, Paleolithic, cave painting techniques. Possible essay topics ask how prehistoric image making developed human culture and discuss theories for what cave art represented, such as hunting magic or fertility rituals. Images from the textbook on the Venus of Willendorf sculpture and Lascaux cave paintings may also appear on the exam.
The professor cancels the Art 110 class scheduled for November 2nd, which is Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), and instead assigns a paper on the holiday. Students are asked to read an online essay about Dia de los Muertos, attend a local event if possible, and write a 2-3 page paper discussing the traditions from the essay, their observations from the event, and comparisons to ancient practices of venerating the dead discussed in an upcoming class. Alternatives are provided if students cannot attend an event or the October 31st class.
This document provides the syllabus and schedule for an introductory ancient art history survey course. It outlines the course materials, requirements, grading, and exam format. Students will study ancient art from prehistoric through medieval periods, both Western and non-Western civilizations. Requirements include three exams, a paper/project, attendance, and a special Dia de los Muertos assignment exploring traditions of venerating the dead in various cultures. The schedule lists the topics, readings, and key dates for the semester. Accommodations will be made for students with special needs. Academic integrity is expected.
Muhammed founded the first Islamic state in Medina in 622, establishing the religion of Islam. Islamic art is characterized by aniconism, or the prohibition of images, and calligraphy. Important early Islamic architectural structures include the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem, notable for housing a sacred rock, and the Selimiye Mosque in Edirne, Turkey, both following a central plan with features like qibla walls oriented towards Mecca and mihrabs. Other mosque styles featured hypostyle halls and four-iwan plans.
This document provides sample review questions for a final exam on Art History 1 (Survey of Western Art 1). It includes multiple choice questions testing knowledge of important buildings, symbols, artists, and time periods covered in the class. Students are advised to review presentation slides for possible essay question topics on subjects like the Parthenon, Colosseum, iconoclasm, and early Christian art and architecture.
This document provides a set of review questions and answers for an art history exam focusing on ancient art and architecture from various cultures such as ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Europe. The questions cover topics like famous monuments and their locations, artistic techniques, important figures, religious symbols, and terminology.
Final exam in two weeks. Papers also due in two weeks, with exam review in the second half of the last class. Key terms include Tiberius, cameo, trophy, Nero, Domus Aurea, trompe l'oeil, painting styles, Villa of Mysteries, Pompeii, Mt. Vesuvius, Vespasian, Flavian, Colosseum, arch construction, and more. Possible essay questions discuss Vespasian's self-representation and the construction of the Colosseum, or how early Christian art borrowed forms and gave them new meanings through attributes of saints. Example artworks provided are the Colosseum, Pantheon, Arch of Constantine,
The document provides an overview of ancient Western art from the 4th century BC to the 1st century BC, covering the transition from Hellenic to Hellenistic periods and the rise of Roman rule under Augustus. It lists influential Greek artists like Lysippos and major works including the Seven Wonders of the World, several of which were from the Hellenistic era but are now destroyed or in ruins. The document also outlines Roman developments like realistic portrait styles and Augustus' self-presentation on the Prima Porta statue and Ara Pacis monument to promote his message of peace.
1) Hammurabi was appointed by the gods Anu, Bel, and Marduk to rule over Babylon and establish righteousness and justice in the land.
2) Hammurabi lists his accomplishments as king, which include expanding and enriching many cities and temples in Mesopotamia like Nippur, Ur, Isin, Kish, and Borsippa.
3) As the final king appointed by the gods, Hammurabi aims to protect the oppressed and bring well-being to the people of Babylon through righteousness and justice.
The document provides key terms related to ancient Greek architecture and sculpture from the 5th century BC including different column styles, structures on the Acropolis in Athens like the Parthenon and Propylaea, and important figures of the time like Pericles and Phidias. It suggests discussing optical refinements in the Parthenon's design that enhance the viewer's experience, and the subject and significance of the Parthenon frieze.