ARTH 3150 - Roman Art - COSTA: Reference Sources

Reference Sources, what are they?

Reference sources, such as dictionaries, encyclopedias, atlases, etc. are more general in their coverage of information. These kinds of sources provide information that may cover a wide expanse of subjects, but each entry is typically fairly brief and easy to read/understand without special knowledge. Reference sources serve as a great starting point to provide an introduction to a topic and a foundation for research.

Reference Sources

Timelines

Reference Databases

Credo Reference (Select Titles) This link opens in a new window
Encyclopedias, reference (more...).
Oxford Art Online (formerly Grove Art Online) This link opens in a new window
Articles, art history, artists, images (more...).

Visual Elements and Design Principles

Elements of Art, J. Paul Getty Museum
The elements of art are components or parts of a work of art that can be isolated and defined. They are the building blocks used to create a work of art.

Elements of Art

Principles of Design, J. Paul Getty Museum
The principles of design describe the ways that artists use the elements of art in a work of art.

Principles of Design