Art History is the study of the visual arts in civilization. It
examines changing values in all fields of visual culture,
including painting, sculpture, graphics, photography,
architecture, film, the mass media, and forms of popular
expression. Its interdisciplinary reach encompasses literature,
history, anthropology, sociology, philosophy, gender studies,
critical theory, and cultural studies. Art History emphasizes
visual as well as verbal and written literacy, providing more
than the standard advantages to a liberal arts education.
Students majoring in Art History will engage with the
wide-ranging opportunities its curriculum presents for learning
and research. Studying Art History develops visual
literacy, communication skills, critical/creative thinking and an
understanding of diversity.
Even though Margaret Culuris-Harp (M.A., ‘24) is nearing
completion of a first M.A. in art history, she is already looking
ahead at her next scholarly enterprise: continuing her
studies at Hebrew University with a Fulbright
Fellowship.
Professor Katharine Burnett’s recent publication, “UC Davis
Global Tea Institute Professional Tea Certificate Program,
2023–2024,” was published in the World Green Tea Association
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Allison Grenda (M.A., ‘20) will give a public lecture at the
Pence Gallery as part of their Art History Lecture Series.
“The Parthenon Through the Ages: From Ancient Rituals to Modern
Controversies” is scheduled for Saturday, March 23 from 1-2 pm
via Zoom
This public lecture will explore the evolution of the art trade
from the 18th century onward. Intended especially for students
who will become the museum professionals, art advisors and
private collectors of tomorrow, Alan Templeton (B.A., art history
and psychology, ‘82), long-time investor, former professional
artist and labor union administrator, and occasional guest
curator will cover how the fine arts interact with money,
museums and the marketplace in a variety of ways.
Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art, Davis, CA
Please join us for the 2024 Art History Graduate Symposium
at the Manetti Shrem Museum on Friday, May 31. The symposium is
the art history contribution to the “Arts &
Humanities 2024 Graduate Exhibition” which showcases the
culminating work of graduate students in the College of Letters
and Science and opens June 6.
