Provides an introductory, straight-forward, and response-oriented overview of the arts

Perceiving the Arts presents the basic formal, technical, experiential, and contextual qualities of the arts in a brief, clear, and factual manner. Students will develop confidence in approaching the arts and will gain skills that encourage life-long artistic and cultural engagement.  Intended to provide a basic overview of the major artistic disciplines – drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, architecture, music, theatre, cinema, dance, and literature – the book teaches readers what to look and listen for in the humanities.

MyArtsLab is an integral part of the Sporre program. Engaging activities and assessment are part of a teaching and learning system that helps students gain a broader understanding of arts and cultures. With MyArtsLab, students can explore in-depth analyses of relevant artwork, architecture, artistic techniques, and more.

NOTE: MyArtsLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase the text with MyArtsLab, order the package ISBN:

0205991610 / 9780205991617 Perceiving the Arts Plus NEW MyArtsLab with Pearson eText — Access Card Package

Package consists of:   

0205206565 / 9780205206568 NEW MyArtsLab with Pearson eText — Valuepack Access Card

020599511X / 9780205995110 Perceiving the Arts: An Introduction to the Humanities