In the introduction or expansion of art facilities in individual schools, there is a general movement away from the single, multipurpose art room concept. More consideration is being given to the variety of functions that the area must accommodate, adequate working space, separate storage areas, and more display facilities. This booklet contains…

This book surveys the history of comic films from the beginning of this genre to the present and analyzes the nature of comedy in general and the comic film specifically. The early film makers, especially Keaton, Sennett, and Chaplin, receive detailed attention as originators of the sub-genre of silent comic film. The special characteristics of…

The stress given to film directors and stars in current academic cinema studies unjustifiably ignores the artistic contributions of cinematographers. Frequently, cinematographers are responsible for much of the artistic expression and inventiveness in films. Although determination of the extent of the cinematographer's contribution is difficult,…

Photographs of visual phenomena are presented to stimulate an awareness of the visual transition between the initial discovery of sights and their utilization in creative works. The visual phenomena are grouped into four units: changes on the surface of objects, perceptions of form, variations in perceptions due to the organization or association…

The thesis of this classic, the major part of which was originally published in 1933, is that the peculiar virtues of film as art derive from an exploitation of the limitations of the medium: the absence of sound, the absence of color, the lack of three-dimensional depth. Silent-film artists made virtues of these necessities and were on their way…

The origins of Native Americans are traced through art forms in this history of American art. The basic time periods for this history are determined and defined as the formative horizon, the classic horizon, and the historical horizon. Art forms used throughout these time periods are described in terms of technique and aesthetics. The arts and…

The Bicentennial year is a good time to discover and introduce to your students many of the excellent art history books written especially for children. Art history can be a tool to stimulate, clarify, and enrich the curriculum for the elementary schoolchild, especially in the social studies area. (Author)

Discusses areas where minimal sculpture and geometrical play overlap. (GA)

Although painting is still recognized as an international language, few people are actually capable of "reading" the great works of art that have given depth to mankind's existence. Here is a lesson in "reading a painting". (Author/RK)

Discusses art education and some suggestions for correlated visual arts--social studies experiences for children. These activities allow for personal, aesthetic expression that should lead to increased understanding of important human relationships. (Editor/RK)

Presents an art lesson for grades 4 through 6 based on the wooden sculpture entitled Daruma. Daruma was the founder of religion of Zen Buddhism. The lesson's goals are to introduce student to Buddhist legends and to cultivate respect for a culture different from their own. (BR)

Discusses EXPLORER'S GUIDE: A YOUNG PERSON'S GUIDE TO LAUMEIER SCULPTURE PARK, a book written to introduce children and adults to the artwork displayed in this St. Louis, Missouri park. Describes activities included in the book and assesses the guide's instructional value for young people. (GEA)

Presents a lesson plan which exposes students in grades 10-12 to the visual symbols and historical references contained in Grant Wood's "American Gothic." Includes background information on the artist and the painting, instructional strategies, a studio activity, and evaluation criteria. (GEA)

The CREST (Creative Resources Enriching Student Talents) program's creative arts model for gifted elementary school students offers courses in the visual and performing arts using community resources and artists to broaden and enrich children's creativity through general exploratory activities, group training activities, and individual and small…