Course overview

This 5 week online art course offers a comprehensive introduction to the fascinating world of Art and Design Movements. Throughout hte course, you will delve into the history, philosophy nad influential works of five prominent movements: Bauhaus, Memphis Group, De Stijl, Art Nouveau and Art Deco. Each week, you will explore a different movement gaining a deeper understanding of its key characteristics, notable artists and the societal and cultural contexts that shaped its development.

Course description

Embark on a journey into the captivating realm of Art and Design Movements through our dynamic 5 week course. In Week 1, you'll unfurl the originals of the groundbreaking Bauhaus movement, examining its revolutionary approach to design, artchitecture and the synthesis of art forms. Week 2 beckons you into the whimsical and innovative realm of the memphis Group where postmodernism's eclectric fusion of colours and shapes takes centre stage. Week 3 unveils the harmonious simplicity of De Stijl, a Dutch movement that championed abstraction and geometric precision. Art Nouveau explored in Week 4 enchants with its organic motifs and intricate craftsmanship. Week 5 introduces Art Deco, where elegance and opulence merge in a symphony of geometry. Throughout this course, you will learn through group discussions and visual examinations of key examples from each art and design movement. Each week will begin with a short introductory presentation on the art and design movement we are learning about that week.

What financial support is available?

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All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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