CLQ 3131 C3/AH: Art of Mt.Tamalpais
This course focuses on Mt. Tam as the site, subject and inspiration for the visual and literary arts from indigenous Marin cultures to the present day. It covers the archaeological/material remains of native cultures in Marin, the changes in art and architectural styles pursuant to European colonization in the Bay Area, the development of landscape photography and painting in the nineteenth century, and includes significant discussion of twentieth century and contemporary artists (both visual and literary) for whom Mt. Tam has served as inspiration. Students will be responsible for designing an exhibit of prints by noted Marin artist Tom Killion. Co-requisite
CLQ 3130.
Corequisite
CLQ 3130 - lecture