Artforms: An Introduction to the Visual Arts (7th Edition)

Introducing readers to the theory, practice, and history of art—and emphasizing art's impact on everyday life—Artforms is known for its accurate color reproductions, clean design, and meticulous editing style. Newest co-author, Patrick Frank, brings expertise in Modern and contemporary art, Islamic art and architecture and Meso-American art. The Seventh Edition now builds a bridge to the digital world with an interactive CD-ROM included free with each copy of the book. New book feature, Contemporary Artists at Work sets six interviews with artists off in the book and cues the reader to see the digitized interview on the accompanying Artforms CD-ROM. Free CD-ROM packaged with each new copy of the text Text-specific web site includes links to museums and other web sites; interviews of artists; an audio pronunciation guide; and chapter guides, with summaries and learning objectives. For professionals in the field of the visual arts.