Welcome to History of Art I! This course explores the long history of human creativity in the visual arts, including sculpture, painting, textiles, and architecture, from prehistoric times through the Gothic period. Have you ever wondered about how some of the earliest peoples and societies expressed their ideas, their beliefs, and their experiences? Have you ever been curious about how different—or how similar—ancient cultures were to how we live today? Do you wonder about what future generations will remember from our arts, culture, and society today? If so, then this is the course for you!