Continuing Education
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Drawing Art History With The Met's Collection
Jun 13 - Jul 25
$275
Location
Online
Faculty
Peter Hristoff,
Fine artist
Alice W. Schwarz,
Museum educator
What art lover doesn't dream of spending a lifetime in The Met? This course combines drawing from observation with visual analysis and critical thinking, as well as dialogue about the cultures, artists, objects and periods represented in The Met's encyclopedic collection. Each session highlights works from one of the curatorial departments and includes conversations about acquisitions, provenance, conservation and the history of The Met. Drawing the works of art is done in a loose and uninhibited way, working quickly and energetically, with a focus on expressive line and "note-taking" through sketching. Both new and returning students are welcome; works of art from the voluminous collection vary each semester. Open to participants with any level of drawing experience, from beginner to professional artist.
NOTE: Students will need a sketchbook, Prismacolor Ebony pencils, other pencils (graphite, colored, charcoal), and pens or pastels that they like to draw with. Drawings may also be created on an iPad. This course is fully online and offered through a combination of regularly scheduled sessions during the listed course hours, as well as asynchronous material that may include prerecorded lectures and media, and interactive discussions.
NOTE: Students will need a sketchbook, Prismacolor Ebony pencils, other pencils (graphite, colored, charcoal), and pens or pastels that they like to draw with. Drawings may also be created on an iPad. This course is fully online and offered through a combination of regularly scheduled sessions during the listed course hours, as well as asynchronous material that may include prerecorded lectures and media, and interactive discussions.
Course Number
VSC-2467-OL
Credits
1.5 CEUs