Art History Short Course: The Art of American Illustration
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This engaging four-week art history course, will be taught jointly by Scott Schweigert, Curator of Art and Civilizations and Geoff Fleming, Executive Director and CEO. Art History Short Course: The Art of American Illustration From beloved magazine covers and storybooks to postcards and advertisements, American illustration has shaped the way generations of Americans have imagined their country—and themselves. This four-part Art History Short Course explores the remarkable artists, styles, and stories behind this uniquely American art form. Discover the Brandywine Valley artists who transformed American illustration, explore the colorful world of postcard art, step into Norman Rockwell’s vision of everyday life, and uncover the often-overlooked contributions of women illustrators. Together, these lectures reveal how illustration helped shape our notions of America and contributed deeply to the fine arts. OCTOBER 20: The Brandywine Valley: Cradle of American Illustration (Pyle School/ N.C. Wyeth) OCTOBER 27: Wish You Were Here: American Postcard Artists NOVEMBER 3 Norman Rockwell’s America NOVEMBER 10 Ink, Imagination & Influence: Women Illustrators Pricing: Single class: $45 for Museum Members, $55 for Non-Members Whole 4 week course: $125 for Museum Members, $185 for Non-Members* *To register for the whole 4 week course, please email Wendy.
