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THE POWER OF ART, 3rd Edition, introduces you to the world of art--artists, mediums, tools, themes and more--and demonstrates that art is not only all around you, but also relevant to you no matter what your major happens to be. Gorgeous images pull you in, and the authors' conversational writing style keeps you engaged, making it easy for you to both understand and enjoy reading the material. "Timeless Links" at the beginning of each chapter explore the themes that have inspired artists for centuries, creating links across space and time. These links open connections between the artists and art of different periods and cultures throughout the book, and "Art News" boxes present real events that connect art to your everyday life.
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This textbook surveys art and its language, materials and tools, and history. It discusses the primary elements and principles of design in art; drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, new media, sculpture, architecture, decorative arts, crafts, and design; and art during various periods, from ancient times to the contemporary world. This edition reflects the increasing impact of women and non-Western painters, sculptors, architects, photographers, and designers in the art world, and it includes boxes about the lives of the artists, as well as new technologies. It has new art and artists and aims for more geographic, cultural, racial, and gender diversity, as well as the inclusion of important recent works of art and contemporary artists who have gained reputation and popularity. Timelines have been moved online and replaced by discussion of themes that have inspired artists across time. Other changes have been added. Annotation ©2018 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
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