Frescoes in Italy 1300

Frescoes in Italy 1300 - 1400

An opportunity to study in depth how frescoes are designed and painted through some of the most beautiful examples painted by artists such as Giotto, Simone Martini, the Lorenzetti Brothers and Altichiero. Please note: there has been a change in the arrangements for this course. Course now starts on 18/01/2012 and finishes with a visit to the National Gallery on 28th March 2012. This now means there are no classes on 07/03/2012, 14/03/2012 and 21/03/2012.

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Key course information

Dates
18/01/12 - 28/03/12

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
8 weeks

Time
14:45 - 16:45

Fees
Full fee: £115
Senior fee: £77
Concession: £56

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VB123

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

The course is intended to introduce fresco cycles of the 14th century in order to develop an understanding of surviving fresco cycles from 1280 to 1420 including the work of the Lorenzetti brothers, Simone Martini, Giotto, the Salimbeni brothers, Altichiero and the Gaddi family. How did artists approach the requirements of their patrons and how did they interpret the subject matter requested by the patrons? What is the importance of colour, composition and how are the various scenes of the fresco cycles arranged within the spaces of chapels, churches or palaces of 14th century Italy? These are some of the questions which will be considered as the major fresco cycles of the 14th century are studied chronologically.

What topics will we cover?

- How 14th century Italian artists such as Giotto planned and painted their fresco cycles.
- Major fresco cycles in Italy from 1280 to 1390.
- Cycles in Florence, Siena, Padua and Avignon.
- Major fresco artists’ career and work as a general background to their work as fresco artists, such as Simon Martini, Giotto, the Lorenzetti Brothers and Altichiero.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Understand how a fresco is painted.
- Have a clear idea what were the important fresco cycles and the artists who carried them out in the 14th century.
- Begin to engage with the concepts, values and debates that inform the study and practice of the surviving fresco cycles and the relevant artists’ workshops of the 14th century.
- Analyse images, subject matter and the relevant texts in relation to Italian fresco cycles of the 14th century.
- Have gained a useful knowledge of how an artist and his workshop might organise the painting of a fresco cycle.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

No particular skills are needed for this particular course.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, hand-outs and for health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Through slide lectures and class discussion.
Students will be encouraged to ask questions and make comments during class.
Handouts will be provided at each class, together with a bibliography at the beginning of the course.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

You will need to bring a notebook and something to write with in order to make notes during the lectures and discussions.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. The pairs and small group activities in class will enable you to check your understanding with other students and the tutor. The tutor will provide informal feedback during class discussion.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

You can develop your interest in History of Art further through a range of courses at The City Lit. Please see the web site or prospectus for details.

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Tel: 020 7492 2700

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