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Topics in Art History: A Summer of Isms
Betsy Solomon, MA
The 19th century if the era of “isms” – Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. Having cast aside the artistic conventions of the past, artists sought new forms of expression. This three-part series will consider the artistic developments of the 19th century.
Part 1: Neoclassicism and Romanticism
Clayton OASIS
Wednesday, Jun 20-Jun 27, 10:30-12:30
Sessions: 2
Part 2: Realism
Clayton OASIS
Wednesday, Jul 11, 10:30-12:30
Part 3: Impressionism: Featuring Edgar Degas
Clayton OASIS
Wednesday, Jul 18, 10:30-12:30
Part 4: Post-Impressionism
Clayton OASIS
Wednesday, Jul 25, 10:30-12:30
Henry Osawa Tanner and Jacob Lawrence: Two American Painters
Betsy Solomon, MA
Two of the most distinguished African-American artists of their centuries, Henry Osawa Tanner (1859-1937) and Jacob Lawrence (1917-2000) both enjoyed successful careers and achieved international acclaim. Frequently inspired by Biblical narrative, Tanner painted in a style often associated with American Impressionism. Lawrence’s paintings portray the lives and struggles of African-Americans in an abstract, colorful style. Explore the lives, work and legacy of these two important painters.
Clayton OASIS
Wednesday, Aug 1, 10:30-12:30
Mythology: Stories, Art and Drama
Betsy Solomon, MA
Ancient Greek mythology has been an inspiration for artists throughout the centuries. Stories of heroes, mysterious creatures, gods and goddesses have been brought to life in literature, drama, paintings and sculptures for hundreds of years. Beginning with ancient Greece, this class will trace the use of mythological themes in western art up to the present day. We will also explore the origins of Greek myth and the workings of oral tradition as they relate to art. Art historical survey will be combined with selected readings (all reading materials provided) and a screening of Aeschylus’ Furies, a traditional Greek tragedy.
Clayton OASIS
Wednesday, Aug 15-Sep 5, 10:30-12:30
Sessions: 4
Claude Monet and the Legacy of Impressionism
Betsy Solomon, MA
Although thought of now as the father of Impressionism, Claude Monet's early paintings were called "slapdash" and the brushstrokes "tongue-lickings." Impressionism market the first total artistic revolution since the Renaissance. This lecture will consider the life and work of Claude Monet and the artistic legacy he left for future generations of artists.
O'Fallon OASIS Senior Center
Tuesday, Jul 17, 1:00-3:00