ARTH 465 - Modern Art from 1945 to 1979

Unit(s): 3-4

A course exploring European and American developments in late modern and early postmodern art with a focus on work made between 1945 and 1979. Movements such as Abstract Expressionism, Pop, Minimalism, Photo-Realism, Earth Art, and Feminist Art will be discussed in depth, along with the social, economic, and political context within which the work was created. Reading and writing assignments on designated topics will be required. Satisfies upper-division GE Area C1 (Fine Arts).

Grading: OPT
Prerequisite(s): HUM 200, ENGL 101, or ENGL 100B.
Teaching Mode: Taught in face-to-face and hybrid modes.