Art evolutions: Pop to post-internet art

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In London

£ 249 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The course explores the major art movements and critical theories which have influenced the making and reading of Western art since 1950. It will explore modern and postmodern art in its socio-cultural contexts including: the rise of consumerism; the growth and influence of feminism and postcolonialism; and the impact of information technologies and new media.

Facilities

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London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

- Recognise different styles/types of modern art
- Describe works of modern art and express an informed personal response
- State how and why non-traditional materials are used in modern and contemporary art
- Demonstrate an awareness of feminist, postcolonial and postmodern critical theories
- Demonstrate an understanding of the socio-cultural contexts for modern art.

No. However, you may wish to buy some of the books on the reading list or visit some of the exhibitions recommended.

There will be a slide presentation by the tutor with opportunities for group discussion throughout. There will also be some pair and small group activities. Handouts including slide lists will be provided weekly.

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Subjects

  • Internet
  • Art

Course programme

The course follows a broadly chronological survey of the major phases in modern art from 1950, including: late Modernist sculpture and post-painterly abstraction; from Pop Art to Postmodernism; Minimalism in sculpture and land art; conceptual art; critical Postmodernism; site-specific and installation art; institutional critique; Neo-Expressionist painting; relational aesthetics and participation.

Additional information

You may like to take the other courses in this series on modern art: Modern Art 1850-1900 and Modern Art 1900-1950. Contemporary Art Showing in London may also interest you. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

Art evolutions: Pop to post-internet art

£ 249 VAT inc.