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Introduction to Modern Art

Trace the evolution and impact of modern art, and learn how to interpret and critique contemporary artworks.

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Introduction to Modern Art

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Take an artistic journey with Taipei Medical University

Stretching from the turn of the nineteenth century right up to the present day, modern art encompasses a huge range of forms and styles. To understand art today, you need an awareness of its evolution throughout the period.

On this six-week course from Taipei Medical University, you’ll take a journey through the history of modern art. From Romanticism and Expressionism to postmodernism and performance art, you’ll survey the vast range of styles and movements that have helped forge art today.

Trace the evolution and impact of modern art

To put modern art in context and differentiate it from traditional art, the course will start by tracing the evolution of the form.

You’ll learn what movements preceded the arrival of modern art, and how it has evolved over time.

You’ll also explore the impact modern art has had on culture and society since the late nineteenth century.

Examine different forms and styles of modern art

Next, you’ll dig into the different forms and styles encompassed within modern art.

You’ll learn about key movements like Cubism and Surrealism, as well as influential artists including Piet Mondrian, Roy Lichtenstein, Yayoi Kusama, and more.

Consider new directions in contemporary art

The final week of the course will focus on art in the 21st century and the present day.

You’ll consider postmodernism, performance art, and the influence of feminism, discussing where contemporary art might travel in future.

By the end of the six weeks, you’ll have a greater sensitivity to and a greater understanding of modern art.

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Skip to 0 minutes and 29 seconds hey welcome to our class what is modern art a child’s joy is not a modern art this course is going to provide you an opportunity to learn about the development of demand art history it’s a background as well as the story behind every artist’s struggle it is about breaking away from a traditional way of making it art Magna became 100 years ago but it affects still upon our daily life this course is focus on the development of students ability to observe and to analyze about art styles and art of paintings the course will be taught by two instructors one is an art teacher and the other one is the English professor so therefore students can learn not only the art size of the story there as well as the the English proper pronunciation or art terms and all the art definition the student also can learn in a very relaxing and fun environment they also can depend on both instructors any time they have a question about art or they have any research idea or have any doubts about their understanding they can always ask for help the cost will provide a very interesting and successful learning experience

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On every step of the course you can meet other learners, share your ideas and join in with active discussions in the comments.

What will you achieve?

By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...

  • Apply their learned art knowledge to compare the prevailing art in everyday life.
  • Develop confidence on interpretation of an art work, especially the modern art.
  • Discuss artworks after seeing them in art museums or galleries.
  • Report on art style and its uniqueness in class or in public.
  • Explore the contemporary art and form personal opinion on art.
  • Improve art appreciation skills.

Who is the course for?

This course is designed for anyone interested in learning more about modern art and the movements that helped to forge it.

It will be particularly useful for art students, practising artists, and art collectors or curators.

Who will you learn with?

Jean Huang

Jean holds a Master of Arts degree from the State University of New Jersey, USA, majoring in painting. She served as a senior manager at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, responsible for des

Who developed the course?

Taipei Medical University

Taipei Medical University

Taipei Medical University (TMU) has been a leader in Taiwan’s healthcare system for over half a century due to its research, teaching excellence, internationalization and outstanding medical service.

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