Art of the Greeks, Etruscans & Romans

  Centuries after the Mesopotamian and Egyptian cultures rose to power, the emergence of a new civilization in Greece came into being. The Greeks strove for harmony and unity, and placed humans at the center of their culture. Much of their art focused on the idealized human form. It was in this form that the Greeks found the ultimate expression of beauty and harmony. Later, the Roman empire would rise and grow to become the most powerful civilization in the Western world. Influenced by the Greeks, they made great contributions to sculpture and architecture. Both of these cultures provided the foundation upon which much of the art and architecture of the Western world is built. Each of their contributions to the arts and sciences have influenced humans for centuries. And many continue to enrich our lives today.  

*PLEASE NOTE: Due to the various mediums, details, and skills involved in each lesson, this course is recommended for ages 13 and up.

 

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ART THROUGH THE AGES

You are about to take a journey through time — one that begins in the cradle of civilization and the earliest recorded history of mankind. And frankly, if it hadn’t been for the ART these ancient humans created, we would hardly know anything about how they lived, worked, and survived. Archeologists unearth and study evidence from past cultures, such as pottery, jewelry, statues, and even buildings — all created with the human hand. And each piece is a record of ideas, cultural influence, and the era in which they lived. Art is the universal language of humanity, and throughout the ages, three main art forms have been found in almost every civilization and culture: Painting, Sculpture, & Architecture Join artist, Alisha Gratehouse and her husband, Jason, in this brand new series as they give you hands-on projects based on art from thousands and thousands of years ago. You will learn about art from the far corners of the world and historical periods from the earliest civilizations spanning through medieval times. Not only will you have fun recreating amazing works of art—you will also gain a richer, deeper understanding of different cultures and civilizations. There are 5 volumes in this series:

1. Ancient Art (Art of the Fertile Crescent, Mesopotamia, and Egypt)
2. Classical Art (Art of the Greeks, Etruscans, and the Romans)
3. Eastern Art (Art of China, Japan, and India)
4. Medieval Art (Early Church, Islamic, Byzantine, and Gothic Art)
5. Tribal Art (Art of Africa, the Americas, and Oceania)

Throughout this series, we will create:  

Clay Sculptures • Mosaics • Fresco • Plaster Sculptures • Reliefs • Paintings

Faux Stained-Glass • Batik • Pattern Design • Calligraphy • Pottery

BONUS LESSONS: Architectural Sketches for Each Era

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