Making Art: Form and Meaning

This hardcover edition of "Making Art: Form & Meaning" exhibits typical signs of use, including minor wear to the cover and edges. The binding remains intact, ensuring durability. There is no dust jacket, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or library markings.

"Making Art: Form & Meaning" by Terry Barrett, published by McGraw-Hill in 2011, is a comprehensive exploration of the interrelationship between creating art and creating meaning. Barrett, a respected academic from the University of North Texas and Professor Emeritus at The Ohio State University, delves into the elements and principles of art and design, offering insights into artists' creative practices. This edition examines contemporary approaches such as multimedia works, installations, and performance art, with attention to postmodernism and multiculturalism. The book is an invaluable resource for art students and enthusiasts seeking to understand the decisions artists make regarding subject matter, materials, and context. Condition-wise, this hardcover edition shows signs of use but remains structurally sound, making it a practical addition to any art library.