History & Culture: Land Art

Objectives/ Student Learning Outcomes:

Students will be able to:

· Identify the inspiration behind conceptual art and land art

· Describe political and cultural influences in the Land Art Movement

· Discuss and research current land artists

Description:

Students will be introduced to Andy Goldsworthy and Land Artists from the post-minimalist art movement, as well as important events or influences from that time period (late 1960’s and early 1970’s). We will also discuss how the land art movement has continued to influence artists throughout history.