Explore the fascinating gods and heroes of classical and post-classical art through relevant artworks. How popular were they in classical society? What roles did they play?
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This art history course explores the theme of myths and legends in classical art through relevant art works and considers the appearance of classical myths in post classical art. We will focus on important themes, myths and legends and their manifestation in the visual arts. We will discuss and assess their popularity in art and society as well as considering the role of myths and legends in the Classical world.
What will we cover?
- The origins and development of the classical myths and their representation in classical Greek art.
- The role of myth and legends in classical art and society.
- The continuous appeal and popularity of myths and legends in post classical art and cultures.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Relate the origins and development of classical myths and their representation in classical Greek art
- Identify and evaluate the main function, meaning and purpose of myths and legends in classical art and classical society.
- Participate in discussions around the use of classical myths in post classical art and consider their ongoing popularity in western culture.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is suitable for all levels.
You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and basic elements of Zoom software like camera, microphone and chat.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You will be taught online with slide presentations and group discussions. Handouts will be provided by your tutor to support your learning on the course; these handouts will be available online/digitally for download, not printed out for you.
Please note: this is a live lecture course; sessions will not be recorded or available for replay due to data protection, copyright and digital infrastructure.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You might wish to purchase a notebook for taking notes. You might wish to buy some of the books on any reading list provided.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
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Leslie Primo has spent more than 15 years giving lectures to the general public at the National Gallery for the Information and Education departments. During this time he graduated with a degree in History of Art and an MA in Renaissance Studies from Birkbeck, University College of London. In his studies he specialised in early Medieval and Renaissance studies, including, Italian Renaissance Drawing, Art and Architecture in Europe 1250-1400 Art and Architecture in Europe 1400-1500, Medici and Patronage, Narrative Painting in the Age of Giotto, and the work of Peter Paul Rubens focusing on his paintings of the Judgement of Paris, and Greek Myth in paintings. He is also an accredited Art Society lecturer.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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