Visual Culture Studies

Catalog description

Introduces theories of visual culture, ways of seeing, and practices of looking. Focuses on objects of visual culture including art, objects of mass/consumer culture, as well as photography and design in journalism and advertising. Explores the importance of critical media literacy in contemporary society and the roles that images play in developing a sense of self. Addresses grammar of visual design, practice, and creative use of images in developing a visual glossary. Develops ability to analyze images critically. May be repeated for credit for a total of six (6) units. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: VPA 380-16 and VSAR 333.