Gender and Art Since 1945

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Gender and Art Since 1945. An examination of developments primarily in American, European, Asian, and African art since 1945, from Abstract Expressionism to current trends, with special attention to gender. We will trace Abstract Expressionism's progeny in Pop, Happenings, Black Art, Minimalism, Conceptualism, Earth Works, Feminist Art, and Installation. Readings range from contemporary criticism to historical analysis from a variety of perspectives (e.g., feminist, formal, deconstructive, postcolonial). Prerequisite: Art 103 with grade S, C, or better. ANGER.