An Introduction to History of Art (BE09L11E)
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Course overview
Do you have an interest in art and want to get more out of looking at artworks and exhibitions? This course will help to build your confidence with reading visual art and being able to engage more fully with all different types of artworks, from paintings and sculptures to photographs and mixed media pieces.
This is a fun and interactive course that will take you on a journey across the world and across various time periods and by the end, you will have gained the necessary tools with which to interpret any work of art. It is open to everyone, from absolute beginners to those with some knowledge of artists who want to develop further their art appreciation skills. This course is not a historical survey of movements and periods.
Where Crowborough Community Centre, Pine Grove, Crowborough, TN6 1FE.
When
Wednesday, 10:00am - 12:00pm from 1st May 2024 until 26th June 2024 for 8 weeks.
No class on 29th May (Half Term)
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.
What you will learn
During this course you will learn how to break down a work of art into its essential elements of colour, line, composition, space, medium and title.
By exploring how different artists have used these basic forms in their works, together we will analyse and identify their significance and value. This will then help you to recognise these elements in all future artworks that you come across and deepen your appreciation of art, whether it is classical or contemporary.
How you will learn it
Through use of art, presentations and literature.
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 for optional note taking.
If you have an electronic device (iPad, tablet, laptop) that you can easily bring in, this can connect to the WIFI in the building and be used to view materials and resources being used in the lesson.
By enrolling on this course you agree to take responsibility for the safety, security and insurance of your own equipment. ACRES does not accept liability for any damage or loss caused by accident, or through the downloading or viewing of any malicious or illegal software or content whilst using the Internet, email, laptop iPad or tablet or any other activity undertaken whilst on this course. You may need to check your own house insurance to ensure that your property is covered outside of your home. If you have any questions regarding this please speak to your tutor or contact the ACRES office on 01825 761820.
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 an excellent teacher, I have enjoyed every single lesson."
"Such an interesting subject and Maya breaks it down so that we can discuss each aspect thoroughly. I feel that I have learnt a lot."
"I am looking forward to the next course."
Maya 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 enjoying sharing her passion with adult learners.
Additional Course Information
- Concessionary/reduced fees, are available to students in receipt of certain means-tested benefits on some courses.
- Course fees over £139, can be paid in one single payment at enrolment or in instalments by Standing Order where applicable.
- Fees and payment options: See the Financial Support page.
- Other course related information: See the Policies & Procedures page, or contact the ACRES office.
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