Art History - Symbolism

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Symbolism, The course will give an overview of the key concepts and artists relating to Symbolism in the visual arts during the Victorian era. It will cover ideas and characteristics such as the artists 'state of mind' and the influence of literature at the time, including the importance of Baudelaire. Historical, mythological and social influences will also be examined. Symbolists featured will include French artists: Gustave Moreau, Odilon Redon and Pierre Puvis de Chavannes; Austrian artist: Gustave Klimt; and Swiss artist: Ferdinand Hodler. , , Outcomes, , By the end of the course students will be able to….., , , • Demonstrate a knowledge of different concepts relating to Symbolism, , • Identify specific concepts relevant to individual Symbolist artists, , • Recognise the influence of specific artists within art history, , • Develop and justify their point of view, , • Take part in discussion with other students, , The course is aimed at those who have an admiration for art and a general interest in art history. No prior knowledge is required. The course covers a broad range of art works in order to give students a good insight in the above period. We will also focus on the historic, technical and biographical contexts of the discussed art works so that students get to know the circumstances about how, why, when and where the art work was produced.

Course information

Name: Art History - Symbolism Qualification title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Crafts, Creative Arts and Design Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20160412 14:21:53 Updated 20160412 14:21:53

Entry requirements

Notebook and pen Equipment required Notebook and pen

Provider

Kent Training and Apprenticeship Service / Kent Adult Education (Community Learning and Skills)
adult.education@kent.gov.uk
0845 606 5606
http://www.kent.gov.uk/adulted

Address

Head Office
College Road Town: Sittingbourne County:Kent