Art is the highest expression of a culture. Political, historical and social changes are the “heart of art.” Works of art are a reflection of the ages in which they are produced and are often used as a “tool” to carry messages. This course will consider the development of art through the centuries and how it affected today’s arts, with a focus on the main artistic movements starting with Ancient Greece through the Baroque period in Italy. Guided tours will help students to experience first-hand the main artistic expressions in Campania and Rome.