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  • Unit 3: How Art Speaks – Finding Meaning

    Art, by its nature, asks questions and holds meaning. It explains ideas, uncovers truths, manifests what is beautiful, and tells stories. In this unit, we will begin to explore the meaning behind particular works of art within the context of various styles and cultures.

    Completing this unit should take you approximately 16 hours.

    • Unit 3 Learning Outcomes Page

    • Finding Meaning in Art Primer

    • 3.1 Introduction: Objective vs. Subjective Meaning

    • 3.2 The First Level of Meaning: Formal

    • 3.3 The Second Level of Meaning: Subject

    • 3.4 The Third Level of Meaning: Context

    • 3.5 The Fourth Level of Meaning: Iconography

    • 3.6 Critical Perspectives

    • Unit 3 Wrap-up

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