Course code MākZ3023
Credit points 3
Art History and Techniques I
Total Hours in Course81
Number of hours for lectures16
Number of hours for seminars and practical classes16
Independent study hours49
Date of course confirmation19.02.2014
Responsible UnitInstitute of Mechanics and Design
Course developers
Laura Boldiševica
professional Master's study programme(līm.)
Guna Gaiķe
Mg. paed.
Course abstract
The I part of the course provides insight into art development in the territory of Latvia from the beginning till nowadays. Practical acquaintance with the widespread fine art`s techniques ensures extended comprehension about creation of artistic works.
Learning outcomes and their assessment
• Knowledge - the I part of the course Art History and Techniques provides teachers of visual art with necessary knowledge about fine art`s development in the territory of Latvia from the beginning till nowadays.
• Skills - to evaluate Latvian art development in the context of Europe art. To select the most appropriate painting or graphic technique for creating an artistic work. To combine diverse artistic techniques. To evolve creative abilities and imagination of pupils.
• Competence - to use knowledge and abilities to conduct the lessons of visual art for children and adults. To select the most appropriate art techniques to accomplish the tasks for an art lesson. To direct and encourage growth of trainees in visual art.
Compulsory reading
1. Latvijas kultūras vēsture. A.Avotiņa, D.Blūma, A.Līdaka, I.Ņefedova, E.Šmite. Rīga: Zvaigzne ABC, 2003. 507 lpp.
2. Latvijas mākslas vēsture. L.Bremša, A.Brasliņa, D.Bruģis, S.Pelše, I.Pujāte. Rīga: Pētergailis, 2004. 543 lpp.
3. Kola E. Ilustrētā arhitektūras vēsture. Rīga: Zvaigzne ABC, 2013. 352 lpp.
4. Liesma A. Senbaltu spēka zīmes un raksti. Rīga: Jumava, 2013. 120 lpp.
Further reading
1. Kačalova T., Pētersons R. Mākslas vēstures pamati. Rīga: Zvaigzne ABC, 2005. 432 lpp.
2. Kagaine Z. Radošā domāšana vizuālajā mākslā. Rīga: Zvaigzne ABC, 2006. 100 lpp.
3. Smits R. Mākslinieka rokasgrāmata. Rīga: Zvaigzne ABC, 2007. 384 lpp.
Periodicals and other sources
1. Deko. Rīga: "Žurnāls Santa", 2013. ISSN 1407-7027.
2. Dizaina Studija. Rīga: "Neputns", 2011. ISSN 1691-3094.
3. Māksla Plus. Rīga: "Māksla Plus", 2011. ISSN 1407-1886.