This course will explore aspects of the life & work of French Impressionist artist Gustave Caillebotte, from his scenes of Parisian boulevards to his love of gardens & varying style. Although perhaps not as familiar as some of the other artists in the group Caillebotte’s contribution to Impressionism was significant & also reflected the modernity of life in Paris at the time. Fully illustrated with discussion.
Course aim
To explore aspects of the life & work of Caillebotte & understand his contribution to French Impressionism.
Do I need any particular skills or experience?
- This course is for beginners and improvers
By the end of the course I should be able to:
- Contribute to constructive discussion about the material studied.
- Understand the background of the artist.
- Analyse a wide range of examples of paintings.
- Realise the contribution that Caillebotte made to French Impressionism.
What else do I need to know?
A notebook & pen may be useful for making notes.
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