FAH 275 - Landscape & Art

An introduction to ideas of Landscape: the attitudes, aesthetic traditions, and design practices that have developed through human interaction with nature and the natural landscape. We will study literary sources, visual art, and physical spaces to better understand how theories of landscape design, visual representation, and land use have evolved over time. Themes include historical and contemporary examples drawn from urban and rural locations in our region, and around the globe. Discussions will focus on the religious, political, social, and environmental, and artistic implications of designed landscapes and land art. Field trips required.

Note: Meets Aesthetic and Creative Engagement Learning Outcome (AEST) and the Writing Intensive Requirement (WI)

Four credits.

Prerequisite(s): EN 105