Introduction to American Art Art historian Bonita Billman introduces major artists and movements in American painting from the late 18th century to the present, revealing the connections between historical changes and artistic choices. (World Art History Certificate core course, 1 credit) Friday, December 6, 2019 - 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, December 7, 2019 - 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Introduction to Western Art: From the Great Pyramids to the Pantheon In a fascinating overview of ancient material culture, art historian Renee Gondek surveys the paintings, sculptures, and architectural wonders produced in ancient Egypt and the Greco-Roman world that served as inspiration for generations of creators to come. (World Art History Certificate core course, 1 credit) Monday, January 6 to February 3, 2020 - 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (no class Jan. 20)
Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Painting in France In the late 19th century, the artists of two influential movements in French painting shocked the art establishment as they created radical new ways of depicting the world around them. Art historian Nancy G. Heller explores the sources, masterpieces, and later influences of these rebels, including their impact on early 20th-century art. (World Art History Certificate core course, 1 credit) Friday, January 10, 2020 - 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, January 11, 2020 - 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
