Study day: Design revolutions - Arts and Crafts to Art Nouveau
Study the design reform movements Arts and Crafts, Aesthetic Movement, Art Nouveau and Art Deco and analyse a wide range of products, including fashion and textiles, graphics, architecture and furniture.
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The decorative design reform movements developed in succession as a response to the low quality consumer products that were the output of the industrial revolution, altering the social perception of consumer goods. Through an examination of a number of iconic products this course will explore the motivations, influences and ideals of the Arts and Crafts Movement, the Aesthetic Movement, Art Nouveau and Art Deco.
What will we cover?
- Arts and Crafts Movement, Aesthetic Movement, Art Nouveau, Art Deco.
- Materials, aesthetics, design principles.
- The social and artistic context of the design reform movements.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Explain the historic context and motivations behind the decorative design reforms.
- Describe the visual characteristics of the individual design reforms.
- Analyse the varied influences and artistic relationships between the decorative design reforms.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The course is open to all. No prior knowledge is required other than a general interest in art and design.
You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You will be taught with guided visits, short lectures, discussions and handouts.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You may wish to bring a notebook to take notes.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
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Dr Rachel Sanders received her MA and PhD in History of Art from University College, London. She has taught at a number of institutions and currently lectures on the history of art and design at City Lit and Oxford Brookes University. Her research interest is early twentieth-century American political paintings and cartoons. She has published a number of articles on her research specialism and is currently writing a book on New Masses magazine.
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