Description
[Renaissance/Baroque] In the 21st century, platforms such as Tiktok, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) are essential for connecting with others, sharing information, and promoting causes. While the internet is a recent invention, the roots of “social media” stretch back centuries. In this course we will examine how artwork produced in Europe from 1400-1700 served as a powerful social tool. Special emphasis will be placed on prints as we explore how artists, publishers, and patrons communicated ideas to their audiences long before the digital age.