Art Appreciation & Collectibles
Art Appreciation & Collectibles archaeology Archaeology of Egypt Illustrated lectures explore the amazing
art, architecture and artifacts of ancient Egypt, from the origins of Egyptian civilization around 4500 BCE to the Ramesside period in the 12th century BCE. Exam- ine sites, personalities and monuments. Trace the history of neighboring Near East and Greek regions and make comparisons with the development of Egyptian culture.
Lisa Mallen, PhD Candidate, Classical and Near Eastern Archaeology, Bryn Mawr College
Thursdays, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm, starts 9/23 AA41011 Creutzburg Center . . . . . . . . 6 weeks, $79
art appreciation Learning to See: An Introduction
Open the door to seeing art — and life itself — in a new way. By exploring the methods developed by Vio- lette de Mazia and Dr. Albert Barnes, get an overview of how to find “the art in art” and other disciplines. Sample some of the concepts the de Mazia Founda- tion’s educational programming offers. Begin your journey to (re)discovery here.
Edward Nolan, de Mazia Foundation Instructor Tuesdays, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, starts 10/5 AA22008 Lower Merion HS . . . . . . . . 6 weeks, $100
architecture modern Architecture Inside/Out: Mid-Century Modern Now an American classic, Mid-Century
Modern began as a byproduct of WWII manufacturing. Through illustrated lectures, learn how architects, interior and industrial designers such as Ray and Charles Eames, George Nelson, Eero Saarinen, Mies van der Rohe and Philip Johnson used the technology of mass production to produce modern, sophisticated homes, furnishings and appliances with clean, spare lines to mix function, comfort and style.
Arlene Olson, PhD, American Art and Architectural Historian
Wednesdays, 9:30 am to 11 am, starts 10/13 AA31009 Creutzburg Center . . . . . . . . 6 weeks, $79
art history Take the Mystery Out of Art History: Beyond Realism Take a journey through modern and con-
temporary art from the 19th century to the present. Through slides and readings, your artist instructor will illuminate the visual artist’s role in depicting an ever- changing world.
Nancy Frankel-Halbert, Temple MA, University of the Arts MFA, Artist, Educator
Wednesdays, 10 am to 11:15 am, starts 11/3 AA31038 Creutzburg Center . . . . . . . . 5 weeks, $67
artists on film Artists on Film Series
Learn about art and artists while watch-
ing enjoyable movies featuring all of the arts. Feast your eyes and your mind on wonderful stories about the world of art. Let topics like the creative process, the artist and the muse, and the role of the artist in society capture your imagination and increase your knowledge.
Amy Anna, Esq., Artist, Author Wednesdays, 11:30 am to 1 pm, starts 9/22 AA31018 Creutzburg Center . . . . . . . . 6 weeks, $69
Inness
George Inness in Italy at PMA The first exhibition to examine the artist’s
two Italian sojourns opens in February at the Philadel- phia Museum of Art. As a pioneer of the aesthetic known as Tonalism, Inness reinvented the landscape genre, ushering in a new era of American art. Slide-illustrated lectures explore the artist’s evocative works. An optional fourth class offers a tour of the exhibit ($23, payable to instructor at second week).
Cynthia C. John, EdD Tuesdays, 11:30 am to 1 pm, starts 1/25/11 AA21125 Creutzburg Center . . . . . . . . 3 weeks, $49
Paris celebration Celebrate Paris The International Arts Festival in Philadel-
phia next spring is modeled after the Paris 1911 event. Learn about the role Paris played in one of the most creative periods in art history, 1880-1920. Illus- trated lectures will give you insights into that incredi- ble era when artists and intellectuals from all over the world joined their counterparts to challenge and rein- vent the artistic norms of their respective disciplines.
Therese Casadesus Rawson, PhD, French Language and Literature
Wednesdays, 10 am to 11 am, starts 9/22 AA31046 Creutzburg Center . . . . . . . . 3 weeks, $49
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