Short courses

Summary

Between the 1930s and the 1960s Britain became one of the most important countries for modern art. From the St Ives artists such as Barbara Hepworth, through to the Independent Group with Eduardo Paolozzi and to David Hockney, the diversity of artists and movements was enormous. This short course will examine the key movements and artists of this most innovative period of British art. 

Areas you'll explore include: 

• British art and artists between 1930s and the 1960s.  
• The social and cultural context for British art between 1930s and the 1960s. 
• Where British art between 1930s and the1960s fits within the broader history of art at the time. 

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to: 

• Understand the diversity of art and artists in Britain between 1930s and the 1960s. 
• Critically analyse the social and cultural context in which this art was created.  
• Identify key British artists and their individual works and styles within this period.  
• Practically demonstrate a deeper appreciation of British art and artists.