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Art Appreciation: Symbolism in Art
Explore the world of Symbolism in art with this course, focusing on the use of symbols, allegory, and hidden meanings in visual arts. Ideal for art enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of this fascinating movement.
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Dates:Thu 12/09/2024 -
Thu 03/10/2024Times:10:30am - 3:30pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:Salisbury Museum (Salisbury)
65 The Close
Salisbury
SP1 2ENTutor:David BrindleyCourse code:Q00016862How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
Art Appreciation: Art in Churches
The Church has historically been a major patron of the arts, and all major artists have works in church buildings around Europe. From Saxon wall paintings and lavish medieval alter pieces, to contemporary installations in Cathedrals, this course looks at the variety of art commissioned by the Church, from the Sistine Chapel ceiling to Victorian church textiles. We discuss where good examples can be seen in this country, including stained glass and sculpture. The way in which art in Churches has reflected the major art history developments is at the core of this course.
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Dates:Mon 16/09/2024 -
Mon 21/10/2024Times:11:00am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:David BrindleyCourse code:Q00009352How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:2 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £55.50
Art Appreciation: Art in Churches
Discover the beauty and history of art in churches with our Art Appreciation: Art in Churches course. Explore the significance of religious art and architecture from different periods and styles. Ideal for art enthusiasts and those interested in religious and cultural heritage.
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Dates:Mon 16/09/2024 -
Mon 21/10/2024Times:11:00am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:David BrindleyCourse code:Q00017344How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Art Appreciation: The Century that changed the World-Renaissance and Reformation
A new way of seeing human beings and their environment; the end of the middle ages and the birth of modern Europe, the discovery of the ‘New World’; fresh insights into faith and the upheaval that created; and a new way of doing art. This study day investigates Renaissance art in Southern and Northern Europe and traces the birth and development of the Reformation. The art of Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael and van Eyck and the thought of Luther and Calvin together with the reforms of Henry VIII all feature in this extensively illustrated study day.
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Dates:Fri 20/09/2024 -
Fri 20/09/2024Times:10:00am - 3:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St Lawrence Parish Rooms (Winchester)
Colebrook Street
Winchester
SO23 9LHTutor:David BrindleyCourse code:Q00016855How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £23.10
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Art Appreciation: Art Appreciation: Art in Churches
The Church has historically been a major patron of the arts, and all major artists have works in church buildings around Europe. From Saxon wall paintings and lavish medieval alter pieces, to contemporary installations in Cathedrals, this course looks at the variety of art commissioned by the Church, from the Sistine Chapel ceiling to Victorian church textiles. We discuss where good examples can be seen in this country, including stained glass and sculpture. The way in which art in Churches has reflected the major art history developments is at the core of this course.
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Dates:Thu 10/10/2024 -
Thu 10/10/2024Times:10:00am - 3:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St Lawrence Parish Rooms (Winchester)
Colebrook Street
Winchester
SO23 9LHTutor:David BrindleyCourse code:Q00016858How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £23.10
Art Appreciation: Symbolism in Art
Can you read the hidden meanings in paintings? For centuries artists have relied upon symbols to convey their intentions, but how do we find out what lies behind some of the most well-known works of art? In this extensively illustrated study day with WEA tutor David Brindley, we’ll explore the wealth of symbolism in western art from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, the Impressionists to Surrealism, and from abstract art to the present and offer an interpretation of the hidden meanings within these pieces.
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Dates:Fri 01/11/2024 -
Fri 01/11/2024Times:10:00am - 3:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St Lawrence Parish Rooms (Winchester)
Colebrook Street
Winchester
SO23 9LHTutor:David BrindleyCourse code:Q00016859How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:9 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £23.10
Art Appreciation: The Art of Christmas
The Christmas story has probably inspired more art than any other subject. From medieval icons of the Virgin and Child to the Renaissance paintings of the shepherds and the wise men; and from stained glass windows to Christmas cards, the story has been at the forefront of western art.
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Dates:Mon 04/11/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:11:00am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:David BrindleyCourse code:Q00009345How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £55.50
Art Appreciation: The Art of Christmas
Celebrate the festive season with our Art Appreciation: The Art of Christmas course. Learn about the history and cultural significance of Christmas art. Ideal for art enthusiasts and those interested in holiday traditions.
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Dates:Mon 04/11/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:11:00am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:David BrindleyCourse code:Q00017342How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Art Appreciation: The Art of Christmas
The Christmas story has probably inspired more art than any other subject. From medieval icons of the Virgin and Child to the Renaissance paintings of the shepherds and the wise men; and from stained glass windows to Christmas cards, the story has been at the forefront of western art.
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Dates:Thu 05/12/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024Times:10:30am - 3:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Salisbury Museum (Salisbury)
65 The Close
Salisbury
SP1 2ENTutor:David BrindleyCourse code:Q00016863How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £21.00
Art Appreciation: Art of Christmas - Christmas images and how artists interpret the Christmas story
The Christmas story has probably inspired more art than any other subject. From medieval icons of the Virgin and Child to the Renaissance paintings of the shepherds and the wise men; and from stained glass windows to Christmas cards, the story has been at the forefront of western art. This study day will examine the historicity of the gospel stories and how they have been interpreted by artists through the centuries. A wide range of art will be shown and there will be space for discussion and for learners to offer their own suggestions and experiences.
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Dates:Thu 12/12/2024 -
Thu 12/12/2024Times:10:00am - 3:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St Lawrence Parish Rooms (Winchester)
Colebrook Street
Winchester
SO23 9LHTutor:David BrindleyCourse code:Q00016856How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £23.10