The mirror of nature: art and culture in the 17th century

The 17th century produced some of the greatest artists of all time: Rubens, Rembrandt, Velazquez and Bernini to name but a few. Explore the work of these key artists and understand the history, styles and ideas that shaped the century.

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Key course information

Dates
16/01/12 - 05/03/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
6 weeks

Time
14:35 - 16:35

Fees
Full fee: £100
Senior fee: £62
Concession: £48

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VB128

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

What topics will we cover?

Each week will focus on a different aspect of seventeenth-century art and culture. Key artists, architects and designers will be introduced and their works placed in a cultural and social context. The course takes a chronological route, decade by decade, through the century, but some classes will focus on crosscutting themes, for example the growth of scientific enquiry as one the defining intellectual traits of the age. The course includes in-depth study of the Baroque and Rococo styles in France, Italy, the Netherlands and Britain.

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

• Recognise different styles and types of seventeenth-century art and design
• Describe seventeenth-century art and design and express an informed personal response
• Understand key aspects of seventeenth-century history and culture.

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

The course is open to all. No prior knowledge of the subject is required.

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?

Each week there will be a slide presentation by the tutor. There will also be some pair and small group activities and opportunities for group discussion. The tutor will supply written notes for each class.

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

You may wish to buy some of the books on the reading list.

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.

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?

Some of the other art history survey courses may interest you, for example: Styles in Art, Looking at Paintings, and The Age of Reason: art and culture in the 18th century.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Visual arts

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

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