(Paperback) The Art of Seeing

The Art of Seeing (6th Edition) Paperback – July 9 2004 by Paul J. Zelanski Professor Emeritus (Author), Mary Pat Fisher 560 pages Used- Very Good Gently read. No marks of previous ownership or any notation/ highlighting. Binding tight; spine straight and smooth, with minor creases on the cover and spine; covers clean but has some light wear from rubbing. This best-selling exploration of traditional and contemporary art and artistic media focuses on art as seen from the artist's point of view, treating artistic techniques and introductory aesthetic principles. It is an engaging, clear, and concise presentation with a multi-cultural emphasis. The careful design of the illustrations, text, headings, timelines, and boxes enhances the relationship between text and illustrations. The book has a four-part organization—Part I lays the foundation for seeing; Parts II and III views two-and three-dimensional art; and Part IV approaches art as it exists in time. Topics cover a broad range of media and traditional and contemporary art, including installation; video and performance art; encaustic; fresco; wood engraving; earthworks; computers and art. For anyone interested in art appreciation