An Introduction to Art History through the Atkinson Collection with Art Historian Dr Anna Maddison
3 Sessions: Thursday 16 / 23 /30 April. 11am – 1pm.
Join Anna to explore the history of art through examples from the Atkinson’s rich and varied collection. This accessible course looks at different genres in art, such as history, portraiture, landscape and still life, and considers issues of form, subject, style and symbolism. Themes including academic art education and practice, the status of women artists, and changing fashions in the art world are also touched upon as we uncover ways to appreciate, understand and enjoy the selected works.
