Art History Explorations: Global Renaissance Art (1300-1600 CE)
In this eight week exploration of the Renaissance, students will explore the rich developments in art globally, from Europe to the Middle East to China and the Americas!
Molly McGill, M.A.
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What's included
8 live meetings
6 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. One small research assignment or art project will be assigned every week for outside class enrichment. For every class, outside articles, videos, and other resources will be provided for further self-exploration.Assessment
Grades provided upon request.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner - Intermediate Level
In this eight-week course, we will embark on a captivating journey through the global Renaissance, a period of artistic revival and cultural transformation. From the Italian Renaissance to Northern Europe, the Islamic world, China and the Americas, we will explore the diverse expressions of Renaissance art worldwide. Join us as we uncover the artistic techniques, historical context, and influential artists that shaped this extraordinary era globally. It is recommended that students take "Intro to Art History for High School Part I" first, but it is not required.
Learning Goals
Students will learn the following things in this course:
--How to talk about and describe art, both verbally and in written form
--The characteristics of Renaissance art of different movements and cultures
--How to think critically about art and images that are presented to you
--How art fits into a larger historical context and how world events shape art production
--How the Renaissance was a global event, not just in Europe
--How the Renaissance influenced the development of arts globally
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to the Renaissance
Gain an overview of the Renaissance as a cultural and artistic movement, exploring its key characteristics and themes. Discover influential artists such as Giotto, Masaccio, and Jan van Eyck, and understand their contributions to Renaissance art. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Italian Renaissance: Florence and the Early Masters
Examine the artistic achievements of the Florentine Renaissance, focusing on the works of Brunelleschi, Donatello, and Botticelli. Explore the concepts of linear perspective and the naturalistic representation of the human figure that emerged during this period. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Italian Renaissance: High Renaissance in Rome
Study the High Renaissance period in Rome and delve into the works of Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Analyze their contributions to painting, sculpture, and architecture, which epitomize the grandeur and harmony of the era. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Northern Renaissance: Flanders and Beyond
Explore the Northern Renaissance outside of Italy, examining the distinctive characteristics and techniques of artists such as Jan van Eyck, Albrecht Dürer, and Hans Holbein the Younger. Discover the unique artistic expressions that emerged in this region. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Images may contain scenes of violence, nudity, or religious scenes. No artworks will be censored.
Supply List
For every class, outside articles, videos, and other resources will be provided for further self-exploration.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: A1)
Joined September, 2018
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in History from University of Colorado at Boulder
I have been teaching introductory art history courses at the undergraduate level for many years now and one of the biggest complaints I get from my own students, who are primarily college freshman and sophomores, is that they were not exposed to the arts sooner. I wanted to develop this introductory course for middle and high schoolers so that they could have a foundation for talking about the arts earlier than at the college level and be exposed to history in a new way! Further, my own research focuses on the exclusionary aspects of how art history is studied and I like to expose students to artists they may have never heard of before. Reviews
Live Group Course
$16
weekly or $125 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
5-8 learners per class
