Exploring Art: A Global, Thematic Approach, 6th Edition, is your gateway to understanding and appreciating art from all over the world and throughout history, no matter your previous experience. With clear, jargon-free writing, this textbook has a unique focus on contemporary art, featuring many significant works created after 2000. It also connects art to your life and shows you how to become an art producer or be part of the art world. You'll gain the vocabulary and analytical skills to become a savvy consumer of art, design, advertising, fashion and craft. It also discusses art related to self-identity, the mind and body, body types and issues of race, gender and class."