Innovation, Revolt and the start of Abstract Art - Art Appreciation (C)**Course Fully Booked - Call 01825 761820 for Alternative Courses** **Course Closed** (UC09G12C)
Course overview
Continuing on from the Impressionists' focus on spontaneity and direct observations of nature and everyday life, artists at the turn of the 20th Century took art further with a refusal of all inherited conventions. With bold use of blocks of colour, flattening of space and the dislocations of multiple viewpoints which evolved into Cubism and the start of Abstract Art, a momentous and radical shift took place that was to be hugely influential. This will be a journey of discovery that Maya will take you on as you study works of art that changed the history of art. This is a continuation of the course that started in the Autumn Term. Please contact the ACRES office to enquire about spaces if you have not previously enrolled on this course.
Where The Barn Centre, Church Lane, Newick,, BN8 4JX.
When
Tuesday, 10:00am - 12:00pm from 14th January 2020 until 24th March 2020 for 10 weeks.
18th February (Half Term) 24th March
Cost
The full fee is £161.00.
What you already need to know
No particular prior knowledge is needed just an enthusiasm for the subject. This is a continuation of a course that started in September 2019 but you do not need to have attended a previous course as each topic will be studied independently.
What you will learn
Together we examine works by Cezanne, Picasso, Matisse and others and discover how the use of colour and form become fragmented in a profound reaction against naturalist styles in pursuit of a new art that can be said to be the beginnings of modern art.
How you will learn it
Through use of art, presentations and literature, Maya will guide you to look deeper into works of art and explore the history, social and cultural context that played a part in the development of these movements.
However, it is through interaction, discussion and activities that you will truly be able to discover your own response to these truly remarkable artworks.
Bring to the first session
A curiosity to find out more.
A pen and paper (or electronic equivalent) for optional note taking.
Extra study or practice
Additional information will be provided should you wish to pursue the subject outside the classroom.
How to enrol
You can enrol by phoning ACRES' House on
01825 761820 on Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 4 pm. Alternatively, to register your interest in a course please email
adultlearning@acres.org.uk with the course title and your contact details and a member of the team will call you back to enrol you on your chosen course.
Previous students say
Maya is a new tutor at ACRES, she studied History of Art at St Andrews University - Western Art spanning the eras from the Byzantine to the Contemporary and specialised in 20th Century art. She has been teaching GCSE and A Level students how to respond and analyse form, style, techniques and meaning through the investigation of various artworks from across the globe and from different periods and also how they interrelate and influence each other. Maya believes that it is vital to view art through its social and cultural contexts, to recognise its significance and the value of its qualities in order to fully interpret and appreciate it. She is looking forward to sharing her passion with adult learners.
Next steps within this subject with ACRES
The course will continue at the same time and place from 21st April. Look out for the ACRES' Summer brochure to find out more.
Future steps beyond ACRES
To find out about other courses that might extend your skills and knowledge go to https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/advice/courses/Pages/default.aspx
Further information
Please visit our website at www.acreslearning.org.uk, see our brochure, or alternatively contact a member of the team on 01825 761820.
