Introduction to art history

Have you always been intertested in art history and how to interpret paintings? You will look at a wide range of images and explore broad questions including: how the picture is made, what is depicted and what it means. Includes gallery visits.

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Key course information

Dates
03/07/12 - 05/07/12

Day(s)
Tue-Thu

Duration
1 week

Time
10:00 - 16:00

Fees
Full fee: £109
Senior fee: £109
Concession: £45

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VB165

Availability
Available
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Course outline

What is the course about?

Always wondered about art history and how to interpret paintings? On this course you will look at a wide range of images and explore broad questions such as how the picture is made, what is depicted, why and what it means. We will examine areas such as how historical context affects our reading of a work, the importance or not of the artist’s intention, the relationship of art to ideas and the role of the artist in society.

What topics will we cover?

Please note: The course is not an historical survey of periods and styles. The course covers a wide range of art historical ideas, concepts and critical frameworks. We will explore key terms in art history and how to read an artwork; the different roles of the artist; and how context and display affect how we understand an artwork. There will be time for you to bring up points of interest that you wish to address.

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

• Use an expanded vocabulary of contemporary art terms and concepts.
• Evaluate art critically.
• Understand the range of contexts that affect the viewing experience.
• Speak in a group with more confidence.

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?

Mornings will be spent in lectures/discussions at the college. The afternoons will be used to visit galleries to look at specific works in detail.

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

No. However, you may wish to buy some of the books on the reading list given out in class.

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?

You may like to take some of other courses in art history on offer. Modern Art 1950-2006 may interest you.

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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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
03/07/12 to 05/07/12	Tue-Thu	10:00 - 16:00	1 weeks	£109	£109	£45	VB165	Available	» Select
17/09/11 to 15/10/11	Sat	10:30 - 16:00	5 weeks	£192	£192	N/A	VB101	Finished	» Select
22/01/12 to 12/02/12	Sun	11:00 - 16:00	4 weeks	£158	£158	N/A	VB102	Finished	» Select

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Visual arts

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

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