Exploring Art: A Global Thematic Approach 6th Edition By Margaret Lazzari, Dona Schlesier
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Exploring Art: A Global, Thematic Approach (6th Edition), authored by Margaret Lazzari and Dona Schlesier, is an introductory art appreciation textbook published by Cengage Learning. Shifting away from strict chronological history, this text frames humanity’s artistic legacy across time and geography through universal human experiences. [1, 2]
Core Overview
- Authors: Margaret Lazzari (Professor Emerita, University of Southern California) and Dona Schlesier (Professor Emerita, Divine Word College).
- Publisher: Cengage Learning.
- Key ISBNs: Print ISBN:
9798214144474| Digital eTextbook ISBN:9798214582412. - Approach: Non-linear, thematic mapping of Western and non-Western fine arts, design, and popular visual culture. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
What is New in the 6th Edition?
The 6th Edition expands heavily on how foundational visual literacy builds viable, cross-industry professional paths. [1]
- Post-2000 Focus: Features a vastly expanded selection of contemporary art pieces, bringing urgent cultural perspectives into modern focus. [1, 2]
- Cross-Disciplinary Realities: Explains how visual skills translate directly to fields like marketing (messaging), science (pattern mapping), and industry. [1]
- Diverse Narratives: Delves deeper into self-identity, body image representation, and intersecting themes of race, gender, and social class. [1]
Structural Layout of the Textbook
The textbook is divided into structured blocks designed to take a student from fundamental knowledge to personal real-world application: [1, 2]
- Part I: Introduction to Art — Establishes the building blocks of visual literacy. It covers formal elements, principles of design, architectural language, physical art mediums, and theories for deriving meaning. [1, 2, 3]
- Part II: Why Do We Make Art? — The core thematic engine. Instead of timeline chapters, it groups global masterpieces into human motivations: religion, power and politics, sexuality, mortality, nature, entertainment, and mind/body constructs. [1, 2]
- Part III: Making Art Part of Your Life — Bridges textbook theory with everyday navigation, teaching readers how to interpret commercial design, fashion, advertisements, and community craft. [1, 2]
Formats & Digital Access
Students can access the material via standard print formats or through VitalSource digital formats. Higher education courses frequently pair this title with MindTap, Cengage’s digital learning solution. The platform provides interactive tools including: [1, 2, 3]
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