Discovering Art History

by Gerald F. Brommer

This new edition of Discovering Art History is an in-depth, comprehensive approach to art. The program includes an extensive survey of Western art, studies of non-Western art, as well as an introduction to art appreciation. Engaging studio activities throughout the text are keyed to chapter content. This premier art history program will show students how the visual arts serve to shape and reflect ideas, issues, and themes from the time of the first cave paintings to the twenty-first century. The Student Book includes: In-depth profiles of artists, artistic periods, and movements Vibrant maps, timelines, and diagrams Student profiles for peer comparison of studio exercises

Genres: Art, Art History, History

638 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1981

About the author

Gerald F. Brommer is a renowned artist, author, educator, and juror. He has written and edited over 25 art books for high school and college art education, developed 7 poster sets on art techniques and the elements and principles of art, and created 13 art education video programs. His paintings have appeared in more than 160 one–man shows, 200 group shows, and over 20 international exhibitions. He is represented in over 4,300 private art collections in 44 states and nine countries. He currently leads art workshops for artists throughout the world.
Jerry holds a Master of Arts degree and an Honorary Doctor of Literature degree. He studied at the University of Nebraska, Nebraska’s Concordia University, USC, UCLA, the Chouinard Art Institute, and the Otis Art Institute.

Around the world, he has been acknowledged as the master of watercolor, acrylic, and collage techniques and is in high demand as a teacher, consultant, and art exhibition juror. He has been described as a humorous, sincere individual with a genial personality who has inspired many artists.

Reviews

[Saphira]

good

[Iman Soliman]

anything

[Sergio]

to do my homework

[Lisa Arrigo]

This is my favorite text book for teaching Art History. The book is filled from start to finish with beautiful art work, realistic projects and in depth explanations of art through the ages.

[Artlab]

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