ARH 232 - Global Abstract Expressionism: Art Since 1945

4 credits (Spring)

An examination of developments primarily in American, European, and Asian art since 1945, from Abstract Expressionism to current trends such as the globalized art market. We will trace Abstract Expressionism’s progeny in Pop, Happenings, Black Art, Minimalism, Conceptualism, Earth Works, Feminist Art, and Installation. Readings range from contemporary criticism to historical analysis from a variety of perspectives (e.g., formal, multicultural, deconstructive, postcolonial).

Prerequisite: ARH 103 with grade, S, C, or better.
Note: Plus-2 option available.
Foreign language option available in French or German for course and +2.
Instructor: Anger