Containing the detail required by both the Higher and Ordinary Level student, this second edition of the bestselling Appreciating Art combines text and images in a modern, fresh layout, with accessible language.

• Learning intentions in each unit clearly outlinestudent expectations
• Chapter reviews contain thought-provoking questions and refer back to learning objectives, encouraging students to reflect on and extend learning
• Further research weblinks provide opportunities to develop learning and enable independent research
• Definition boxes clearly explain important terms
• Note! feature contains supplementary information and art history background information
• Detailed annotations for key artworks help flag important information in a visual way
• Rich level of detail equips students with the key information needed for both the Higher and Ordinary Level courses
• Formal analysis of artworks are in line with recent exam question style
• Exam questions throughout focus students' attention and prepare them for the exam
• Section 3 has been updated to include additional material on Graphic Design, Fashion, Interior Design, The Built Environment and Visual Merchandising
• New material added on Irish art in the 19th and 20th centuries and European art in the 20th century
• A dedicated Exam Guide at the end of the book contains an exam checklist, guidance, and hints and tips on revising for the exam
• A glossary of key art terms with definitions is provided

DiIGITAL RESOURCES

Teacher and student digital resources are available on GillExplore.ie, our digital resources platform, including:

* Bonus material for:

• • The 11th and 12th Centuries: The Irish Romanesque Period (Hiberno- Romanesque)
  • Irish Art in the 19th and 20th Centuries
  • European Art in the 20th Century
  • Design
  • Film Studies

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This book is aimed at children in secondary school.

There are 400 pages in this book. This book was published 2017 by Gill .

Aine Ni Charthaigh teaches Art at Colaiste Choilm, Ballincollig, Cork. She is a co-author of Appreciating Art for Leaving Certificate.