The phrase 'the painting of modern life' captured what was distinctive about the new art of mid nineteenth century France - a new, dynamic culture characterized by new technology, new forms of urban life and leisure, and a sense of the quickening pace of life. This session explores how Monet set out to match the new informality and mobility of the life he depicted
Course aim
To explore Claude Monet's representations of the new art described as 'the painting of modern life'
Do I need any particular skills or experience?
- No previous experience is necessary - just a lively, open-minded interest in art!
By the end of the course I should be able to:
- Identify the key characteristics of the work of Claude Monet.
What else do I need to know?
What you need: You will need an internet connection, speakers, a microphone and a webcam so that you can use our video learning platform, Zoom. You will need a personal email address to join the WEA's digital learning platform, Canvas.
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