Writing About Art
Writing About Art by Marjorie Munsterberg is a comprehensive resource published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on March 11, 2009. This 176-page book is designed as a text for a course required of all art majors at The City College of New York, providing insights into various approaches encountered in undergraduate art history classes. It outlines the characteristics of different types of visual and historical analysis, supported by passages from notable art historians and examples of student essays.
Readers will find a structured exploration of art criticism and style manuals, with each chapter detailing a specific analytical method along with its historical context. The book includes sample essays that are accompanied by thorough explanations of suggested revisions, making it a practical guide for students. Additionally, it features a step-by-step guide to researching art historical topics and a section dedicated to proper citation practices, ensuring that readers are well-equipped to engage with the subject matter effectively.
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Writing About Art was written as the text for a course of the same name required of all art majors at The City College of New York. The book explains the different approaches college students encounter in undergraduate art history classes. Each chapter outlines the characteristics of one type of visual or historical analysis and briefly explains its history and development. Passages by well-known art historians provide examples of each method. Sample essays by students are accompanied by extensive explanations of suggested revisions. The book also includes a step-by-step guide to researching art historical topics and a section about correctly citing sources.
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