One of the most loved by students, this course explores the Philosophy and Ideology of the field of art from a Christ-centered World View. In an open discussion with the instructor, students gain insight into the ideology of a culture and psychological avenues of the discipline, the nature of art, the creative development, the aesthetic judgment, the functions of art and their values. The Aesthetics student will understand the key arguments regarding art and the philosophy of art and how it has changed over time.
Course Outline
Module 1 | Introduction of the Arts
During this module the student explores Christian interpretations of art and the Renaissance concept of genius. The student will learn how to distinguish one “school” of art philosophy from another by style, culture, and time.
Module 2 | Comprehending the Arts
In this study, the student will be able to identify the major trends of aesthetic thought, dominant ideas and values of the various cultures or artists from the ancient to modern times and the philosophy of their art.
Module 3 | The Biblical Foundations
The student is introduced to Bezalel, a very prominent artist in Biblical times. The student will further study the works of Bezalel, the Idolatry of Aaron, and the Creation and Imitations of art.
Module 4 | Christianity and the Arts
The student will explore the development and influence of Contemporary Christian Artists, Art and the Church and the Christian interpretations of art.
Course Instructor
Available Enrollments
Aesthetics
For this on-ground course, students will have the opportunity to work with their instructor in studio.
Included with this course:
- 4 weeks of professional instruction
- Access to the on-ground facilities and resources
- Weekly assignments and feedback
- Graded final assignment
- Credit towards a corresponding program area
*Disclaimer: Because this is an on-ground course, a minimum of 5 students must sign up for the course to make. If the course does not reach this minimum, all students who have signed up will be fully refunded and the course schedule will be canceled.
Enroll now for this ON-GROUND course that begins 3/3/2025!