Art & Art History

Please note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. We reserve the right to close bookings earlier if courses are over- or under-subscribed. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. 

Course Description

Welcome to our exciting course on Pre-Raphaelitism! Formed in London in 1848, the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood aimed to revolutionise British art. Did you know Liverpool played a crucial role in this movement? The Liverpool Academy awarded annual prizes to leading Pre-Raphaelite artists, making it the only provincial town with its own Pre-Raphaelite school.

This course delves into the work of Liverpool's Pre-Raphaelite artists, such as William Windus and James Campbell, exploring their connection to the original London Brotherhood. You'll learn about the role of Liverpool within Pre-Raphaelitism and gain insights into the art and artists of the Liverpool Pre-Raphaelite School.

Designed for anyone interested in art, particularly Victorian art and the Pre-Raphaelites, this course requires no prior knowledge—just a passion for exploring and discussing art. Join us to discover the key aspects and tenets of Pre-Raphaelitism and understand its significance within the Victorian art scene.

Number of Meetings

2

Course Leader

Dr Anna Maddison

CRN 27089/CEPD4000

Course Fees

Course Fee: Full Fee: £35

Please note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. We reserve the right to close bookings earlier if courses are over- or under-subscribed. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. 

Course Description

Throughout history, artists have employed geometry to create an illusion of space and to create a stage or setting for scenes. It has also been used to impose order on a composition and in constructing sculptural works and installations. In modernism, lines and grids became a means of expression in their own right, in the abstract works of artists such as Kandinsky and Mondrian, Constructivists and Minimalists.

This course will explore the work of a wide range of artists, from the Renaissance to present day, looking at representations of physical structures such as architecture, sculpture and abstract art, examining the various strategies used to create, suggest and even deny space in their art.
Classroom sessions will be combined with site visits to galleries in the city in order to experience art and architecture first hand.                                            

Number of Meetings

8

Course Leader

Mrs Julie Robson

CRN 26951/CEPD4000

Course Fees

Course Fee: Full Fee: £125 | Concession: £65

Please note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. We reserve the right to close bookings earlier if courses are over- or under-subscribed. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. 

Course Description

Throughout history, artists have employed geometry to create an illusion of space and to create a stage or setting for scenes. It has also been used to impose order on a composition and in constructing sculptural works and installations. In modernism, lines and grids became a means of expression in their own right, in the abstract works of artists such as Kandinsky and Mondrian, Constructivists and Minimalists.

This course will explore the work of a wide range of artists, from the Renaissance to present day, looking at representations of physical structures such as architecture, sculpture and abstract art, examining the various strategies used to create, suggest and even deny space in their art.
Classroom sessions will be combined with site visits to galleries in the city in order to experience art and architecture first hand.                                            

Number of Meetings

8

Course Leader

Mrs Julie Robson

CRN 26950/CEPD4000

Course Fees

Course Fee: Full Fee: £125 | Concession: £65

Please note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. We reserve the right to close bookings earlier if courses are over- or under-subscribed. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. 

Course Description

Enjoy a journey around the British coast, exploring the practices of artists who formed experimental colonies to capture the light, sea, and character of local communities.

At the turn of the twentieth century, artists' colonies thrived, fueled by better transport, tourism, and the modern art market. These colonies fostered mutual support, shared studios, group sketching, art classes, and social gatherings.

Each week, we 'travel' to a different coastal location, from Newlyn and Lamorna to Staithes, Cullercoats, Cockburnspath, and Kirkcudbright, discovering the art produced in these dynamic landscapes.

The course aims to provide knowledge about this fascinating period in British art history by 'visiting' influential and experimental coastal art colonies and exploring the artists' subjects and techniques.

No prior knowledge is needed. Sessions are discussion-based and include guided visual analysis and research.

Number of Meetings

6

Course Leader

Dr Judith Walsh

CRN 26963/CEPD4000

Course Fees

Course Fee: Full Fee: £95 | Concession: £50

Please note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. We reserve the right to close bookings earlier if courses are over- or under-subscribed. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. 

Course Description

Enjoy a journey around the British coast, exploring the practices of artists who formed experimental colonies to capture the light, sea, and character of local communities.

At the turn of the twentieth century, artists' colonies thrived, fueled by better transport, tourism, and the modern art market. These colonies fostered mutual support, shared studios, group sketching, art classes, and social gatherings.

Each week, we 'travel' to a different coastal location, from Newlyn and Lamorna to Staithes, Cullercoats, Cockburnspath, and Kirkcudbright, discovering the art produced in these dynamic landscapes.

The course aims to provide knowledge about this fascinating period in British art history by 'visiting' influential and experimental coastal art colonies and exploring the artists' subjects and techniques.

No prior knowledge is needed. Sessions are discussion-based and include guided visual analysis and research.

Number of Meetings

6

Course Leader

Dr Judith Walsh

CRN 26964/CEPD4000

Course Fees

Course Fee: Full Fee: £95 | Concession: £50

Please note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. We reserve the right to close bookings earlier if courses are over- or under-subscribed. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. 

Course Description

Embark on a journey through Italian art from the mid-thirteenth to the early seventeenth century. This course goes beyond Florence and Rome, exploring the political, social, and religious dynamics that shaped major artistic movements over 350 years. Discover lesser-known centres of innovation and see how Italian art evolved under Byzantine and Renaissance influences, fostering new expressions of devotion that still resonate today.

We'll examine the lives and works of renowned masters and unsung talents across the Italian Peninsula, unravelling the intricate connections between art and society during this transformative era. Suitable for all art history enthusiasts, no prior experience required.

In addition to 10 weeks of classroom learning, an exclusive tour led by your tutor will visit two major London collections on Saturday 23rd November. This optional excursion, linked to your studies, incurs an additional cost and requires self-arranged travel. Enrolment details will be provided during the course.

Number of Meetings

10

Course Leader

Mr Ed Williams

CRN 26974/CEPD4000

Course Fees

Course Fee: Full Fee: £155 | Concession: £80