Download or read book Thinking and Writing about Art History written by Donna K. Reid and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 2000 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Concise and clearly written, this exemplary reference source provides a solid introduction to the methodology of art history and an overview of writing in the discipline. Part I discusses what art history is and how art historians think; the vocabulary of art (including formal elements and principles of design); and critical criteria. Part II helps readers conceptualize an art history paper, research different sources and methods (including citations), and write short papers, research papers, and essay examinations (provides numerous samples. The Second Edition now offers a section on the materials and processes in art; expanded discussions on the approaches in art history; practical guidelines for researching on the Internet and using electronic databases; plus a new glossary of terms. "For art historians.