Contemporary Art is a global phenomenon that has moved well beyond the borders of its historical centres in western Europe and the USA. Negotiating, contesting and re-appraising relations between local traditions, the legacy of modernism, and the trajectories of globalisation, contemporary artists have transformed the way we look at the world. Prov...

Code

33HM117

Price

$194.00 (Concession $175.00)

Start

Thus from, 01/08/2013 - 19/09/2013

Time

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Sessions

8

Location

SYDNEY

Status

Taking enrolments

Explore some of the wonderful museums and art galleries, and the buildings in which they are housed, in this detailed tour of a selection of Europe’s most fascinating collections. The tour will begin in Paris, then move to London, Berlin, Frankfurt, Rome, Vienna and Innsbruck. The collections will include paintings, sculptures, tapestries, the deco...

Code

33HM118

Price

$194.00 (Concession $175.00)

Start

Tues from, 06/08/2013 - 24/09/2013

Time

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Sessions

8

Location

SYDNEY

Status

Taking enrolments

Works of art both give pleasure and say something about the society that created them. We will examine both art works themselves as examples of aesthetic enjoyment and achievement, as well as the place of those works within the culture and values of their social and historic environment. This course will begin with Old Stone Age art and the art of...

Code

33HM120

Price

$194.00 (Concession $175.00)

Start

Fris from, 02/08/2013 - 20/09/2013

Time

10:00 AM - 12:00 NO

Sessions

8

Location

SYDNEY

Status

Taking enrolments

Coinciding with WEA’s centenary, this course explores the progression of art over the past hundred years, and uses it to enhance your own art making. Be inspired by significant art movements from the Post-Impressionists until present day, as we track the story of modern and contemporary art. Learn diverse techniques employed by artists over the pe...

Code

33WK119

Price

$98.00 (Concession $89.00)

Start

Sat, 14/09/2013 - 14/09/2013

Time

9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Sessions

1

Location

SYDNEY

Status

Taking enrolments

Come and explore the varied world of antiques, from Victorian to art deco. Most emphasis will be on furniture but collectables such as china, watches, books/comics, etc, will be examined. Learn how antiques are made, the threat of reproductions and basic furniture repairs. On a more practical level, places to buy and locate antiques will be taug...

Code

33WK225

Price

$114.00 (Concession $102.00)

Start

Sat, 10/08/2013 - 10/08/2013

Time

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Sessions

1

Location

SYDNEY

Status

Taking enrolments