Artistic media three dimensional art/ART 102/Overview

Overview for Artistic media: Three-dimensional art

In this learning pathway we look at three-dimensional works of art, the methods artists use tocreate them and the different categories they occupy. We will also consider how technology and other modern art forms have influenced three-dimensional media. Topics are:

• Sculpture and other three-dimensional media
• Methods
• Modern variations

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this learning pathway, you should be able to:

• Identify and describe the specific characteristics of three-dimensional mediums artist use.
• Demonstrate how the advance of technology is reflected in three-dimensional media throughout the art historical record.
• Explain the effects installation and performance art has on artistic experience.
• Compare and contrast three-dimensional artworks from different cultures.