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2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

ART 3505 - History of Digital Art


This course explores the historical, cultural, and aesthetic impact of digital techniques and technologies on traditional art forms such as paintings, photography, and sculpture, as well as the rise of new media art, from video to digital installation, and from computer-generated art to virtual reality.  Students will discuss critical issues related to how art-making practices have shaped (and been shaped by) new and emerging technologies.  Significant readings are incorporated into class discussions.

Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: ART 1010, ART 1020, ART 1030, ART 2510, ART 2520, ART 3500, and either ART 2100, ART 2150, ART 2200, or ART 2700 with grades of C or higher

Hours:
3