Welcome to AP Art History! In this course we will cover everything from prehistoric sculptures and cave paintings to modern art, all before the AP Exam on Tuesday May 7, 2013. Because of the volume of material we must cover in such short period of time, getting a head start over the summer will be vital to your success next year. The assigned books for the summer coursework are:
Learning to Look at Paintings, Mary Acton, 2nd Edition, ISBN 0415435188
This book discusses how to analyze paintings using formal analysis. It will be particularly useful to students without a background in visual arts, however even those trained in visual arts will benefit from it as well.
Gospel Figures in Art, Stefano Zuffi, ISBN 089236727X
This book will be very useful when while we study Christian art (which is about half the year). It breaks down various chapters of the New Testament, highlighting key figures and events. It also seeks to explain the various Christian imagery and symbolism that appears throughout religious art. You will be tested on this material in the first week of school.
Gods and Heroes in Art, Lucia Impelluso, ISBN 0892367024
This book is basically a who's who of Greek and Roman gods, philosophers, politicians, and heroes. It gives each character a profile and several examples of their appearances in art throughout the ancient world and neoclassical revivals. You will be tested on this material in the first week of school.
You are responsible for acquiring all three of the books listed above. The best option is to contact a student from last year's course and buy from them. You could also use EBay or Half.com, or you could go a library. You will be assigned readings, essays, and other work over the summer to prepare for this course. All assignments can be found at http://clarkeaparthistory.blogspot.com/. It is your responsibility to check the site at least once a week for new assignments. All summer assignments must be typed and emailed to me at christopher.clarke@redclay.k12.de.us by midnight on the due date unless otherwise specified (blog assignments, etc). I recommend creating an account and "following" my blog.
This course will be challenging and require a great deal of commitment for both you and me. This summer work may seem intense now but practice in formal analysis and writing about art, as well as becoming familiar with Greco-Roman and Christian themes will make the school year MUCH easier for you. The summer coursework can seem daunting. However, if you are dedicated and up to the challenge, it will be a rewarding and fun course that could earn you college credit! I promise to do my best work this year and I expect the same from you in return.
Sincerely,
Mr. Clarke
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