2024-2025 Catalog

PHIL-H219 Honors Philosophy of Art

What counts as art? What is beauty? Are there objective standards of beauty? This course examines the nature of aesthetic experience, art, beauty, and creativity. Through the classic and contemporary readings, the students will be introduced to philosophical issues concerning the meaning of art, artistic representation, perceptions of art, interpretation, and criticism. Students will be encouraged to reflect on their own experience of art and explore the relationships among the artist, the audience, the artwork, and the world. 1 term - 4 credits. Normally offered every third year.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Student has satisfied all of the following Student has cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.300 Or Student has satisfied all of the following Student is a member of the Honors Summary All Student Cohort