Art History

What is Art Appreciation?

Art Appreciation is the application of basic tools of visual literacy to understand and appreciate works of art.

Web Resources for Art Appreciation

KQED Art School Elements of Art playlist

KQED Art School is video series with demonstrations of art techniques and concepts for students and teachers as well as interviews with contemporary performing, visual and media artists. This series examines the 7 Elements of Art: Shape, Line, Form, Texture, Value, Space, and Color.

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