Historical Perspectives: Art History and Criticism · Art History

The Renaissance and Humanism

Studying the shift toward realism, perspective, and the celebration of the human form.

Key Questions

  1. 1How did the discovery of linear perspective change the way we view the world?
  2. 2In what ways did Renaissance artists blend science and art?
  3. 3How did patronage influence the subjects artists chose to paint?

Common Core State Standards

NCAS: Connecting VA.Cn11.1.HSProfNCAS: Responding VA.Re7.1.HSProf
Grade: 9th Grade
Subject: Visual & Performing Arts
Unit: Historical Perspectives: Art History and Criticism
Period: Art History

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