Artforms: An Introduction to the Visual Arts, Sixth Edition

Preble, Duane; Sarah Preble; Patrick L. Frank

ISBN 10: 0321002296 / ISBN 13: 9780321002297

Published by Longman/Addison Wesley, New York, 1999

About this Item

Sixth edition. Near Fine paperback with only light shelf wear. BOOKS SHIP THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY, WRAPPED IN PADDING, IN A BOX. A textbook on the works of art humans create and how we are in turn formed by what we create. "The art world constantly evolves, as today s artists interpret, challenge, and ultimately create the world around them." Text by Duane Preble, Sarah Preble, and Patrick L. Frank. x + 534 pages; ca. 800 color photos and b&w diagrams; 8.5 x 11 inches. Timeline; glossary; pronunciation guide; bibliography; index. Due to size and weight, international and expedited shipping may be more than quoted.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Artforms: An Introduction to the Visual Arts, Sixth Edition
• Publisher: Longman/Addison Wesley, New York
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0321002296
• ISBN 13: 9780321002297
• Binding: Paperback
• Seller catalogs:
  • Art

About this title

Synopsis

This bestseller introduces readers to the theory, practice, and history necessary for an expanded awareness of and enthusiasm for art in everyday life. Increased coverage of female artists and diversity in world arts is included in the Sixth Edition. A web site offers profiles of working artists and an essay contest which challenges participants to write about art they encounter.

From the Back Cover

To further the student's sense of process, we have also prepared a Prentice Hall exclusive Companion We6siteT` that accompanies ARTFORMS, seventh edition. This CW offers unique tools and support that make it easy for students and instructors to integrate this online study guide with the text. The site is a comprehensive resource that is organized according to the chapters within the text and features a variety of learning and teaching modules:

For students:

• Study Guide Modules that contain a variety of exercises and features designed to help students with self-study. These modules include:
• chapter objectives that help students organize key concepts to be learned
• essay questions that help strengthen critical thinking skills
• quizzes with multiple-choice and fill-in questions that supply instant scoring and feedback on student mastery of core material
• built-in email routing option that gives students the ability to forward essay responses and quizzes to their instructors.
• Reference Modules that contain Web Destinations and Net Search options provide the opportunity to expand upon the information presented in the text. Whether through a directory of websites relevant to the subject matter of a chapter or by simplifying key-term searching by automatically inserting terms from the chapter into major search engines, these reference features enable students to quickly reach related information on the web.
• Communication Modules include tools such as Live Chat and Message Boards to facilitate online collaboration and communication.
• Personalization Modules include our enhanced Help feature that contains a test page for browsers and plug-ins.

For instructors:

• The Faculty Module includes resources for teaching. This may include Lecture Hints, Class Activities, and graphics from text, all coordinated to each chapter. This module is accessed via a password provided by your local Prentice Hall representative.
• The Syllabus Manager™ tool provides an easy-to-follow process for creating, posting, and revising a syllabus online that is accessible from any point within the companion website. This resource allows instructors and students to communicate both inside and outside of the classroom at the click of a button.

The Companion Website™ makes integrating the Internet into your course exciting and easy. Join us online at the address above and enter a new world of teaching and learning possibilities and opportunities.

CD-ROM
An interactive CD-ROM accompanies the text, and consists of 6 interviews with artists. Each gives personal insight into the process they used to create artworks that are discussed in ARTFORMS.