GIFT VOUCHERS
Give the gift of Art History!
GIFT VOUCHERS
Give the gift of Art History!
Are you looking for a unique, creative gift for friends and loved ones?
Do you want to step up your gift-giving with something inspired and out of the ordinary that will stand out and be sure to please?
Tick all the boxes with our Masterclasses and Courses, the perfect gift idea for the artsy, creative, curious types on your list!
Are you looking for a unique, creative gift for friends and loved ones?
Do you want to step up your gift-giving with something inspired and out of the ordinary that will stand out and be sure to please?
Tick all the boxes with our Masterclasses and Courses, the perfect gift idea for the artsy, creative, curious types on your list!
MASTERCLASSES
HO! HO! HO!:
The Art History of Santa Claus
We all know the beloved jolly old man in a red suit with his sack of presents and flying reindeer, but what are his origins and how did his image develop over time? Is he a figment of imagination, a figure of legend or a real historical figure? We'll be addressing these questions as we dive into the fascinating history of Santa Claus!
David: Sculptures of a Biblical Hero by Donatello and Michelangelo
In this Masterclass, we travel back in time to Renaissance Florence in order to examine the remarkable sculptures of David by Donatello and Michelangelo, the different stylistic approaches adopted by each master, and how this young hero came to embody the values and ideals of the period.
Beauty in Motion: Edgar Degas's Ballet Dancers
Have you ever marvelled at the beauty of Degas’s ballet dancers? If so, you are certainly not alone. Here, we examine these iconic images and discover how they are about so much more than pretty girls in frilly tutus.
The Ultimate Who's Who Guide: How to Identify Saints in Art
Have you ever wondered about the seemingly countless number of saints that appear in art, how on earth to identify them and what these types of images actually mean? Don't worry, we've got you covered with this intriguing - and sometimes gruesome! - two-part Masterclass all about saints.
MASTERCLASSES
HO! HO! HO!:
The Art History of Santa Claus
We all know the beloved jolly old man in a red suit with his sack of presents and flying reindeer, but what are his origins and how did his image develop over time? Is he a figment of imagination, a figure of legend or a real historical figure? We'll be addressing these questions as we dive into the fascinating history of Santa Claus!
David: Sculptures of a Biblical Hero by Donatello and Michelangelo
David and Goliath. The classic underdog story of a boy who defeated a giant. A story so well known, the two Biblical figures are commonly referenced today when describing a situation that involves seemingly insurmountable odds. During the 15th and 16th centuries, this subject was depicted by a number of artists, including two of the biggest names in art history.
In this Masterclass, we travel back in time to Renaissance Florence in order to examine the remarkable sculptures of David by Donatello and Michelangelo, the different stylistic approaches adopted by each master, and how this young hero came to embody the values and ideals of the period.
Beauty in Motion: Edgar Degas's Ballet Dancers
Have you ever marvelled at the beauty of Degas’s ballet dancers? If so, you are certainly not alone. Here, we examine these iconic images and discover how they are about so much more than pretty girls in frilly tutus.
The Ultimate Who's Who Guide: How to Identify Saints in Art
Have you ever wondered about the seemingly countless number of saints that appear in art, how on earth to identify them and what these types of images actually mean? Don't worry, we've got you covered with this intriguing - and sometimes gruesome! - two-part Masterclass all about saints.
UPCOMING COURSES
Women in Art: Painters, Patrons and Portraits
Join us as we consider a number of female painters, patrons and portraits in order to understand how these remarkable women helped shape the course of art and history.
The Age of Impressionism
Go beyond the tranquil scenes and pretty colours typically associated with Impressionism to learn about the movement's origins, the artists who developed this new style of painting and the stunning works they produced.
Power, Pleasure and Prestige: Art of the Italian Renaissance Courts
Enter the rarefied and magnificent world of the Italian Renaissance courts, where you will become well-versed in the culture of the ruling elite and the various ways they used art in order to further their lofty ambitions.
UPCOMING COURSES
Women in Art: Painters, Patrons and Portraits
Join us as we consider a number of female painters, patrons and portraits in order to understand how these remarkable women helped shape the course of art and history.
The Age of Impressionism
Go beyond the tranquil scenes and pretty colours typically associated with Impressionism to learn about the movement's origins, the artists who developed this new style of painting and the stunning works they produced.
Power, Pleasure and Prestige: Art of the Italian Renaissance Courts
Enter the rarefied and magnificent world of the Italian Renaissance courts, where you will become well-versed in the culture of the ruling elite and the various ways they used art in order to further their lofty ambitions.
