WEA East Midlands Region
/Session: 2012-2013
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Tutor: Dr Ulla Rajala
/ Course reference no:C2330671Start date: April 17, 2013
/ Time:1.30–3pmNumber of meetings: 6
/ Number of guided learning hours: 9Venue: Vaughan College
Title:The earliest paintings
COURSE OUTLINE
The aims of the course
This course will introduce the earliest figurative cave and wall paintings created by the humans. We will cover 20,000 years of monumental art from the Palaeolithic Altamira cave in Spain to the Neolithic houses and ‘temples’ at Çatalhöyük in Turkey and the rock surfaces of prehistoric Scandinavia. You will learn the themes and settings of the earliest art works and discuss their meaning.
Topics to be covered
- Palaeolithic cave art in Europe
- Rock art outside Europe
- Mesolithic, Neolithic and Bronze Age rock art in Fennoscandia
- The first wall paintings at sites such as Çatalhöyük in Turkey
- Outline of themes and colour schemes of early paintings in their chronological and cultural setting
- Techniques and paint materials of earliest art
Learning outcomes
As a result of attending this course it may be possible for you to:
- Identify the areas in Europe with Palaeolithic cave art
- Name other regions outside Europe with early rock art
- Outline the common themes in early paintings and their chronological development
- Explain the techniques used in early paintings and their chronological development
- Identify when buildings were first decorated withwall paintings
- Recognize how the development of art was related to the social and cultural developments
Teaching methods, learning activities
Lecturing, PowerPoint presentations with extensive illustrations of cave art and frescoes, handouts, different word association, text critic, art work and building identification and mapping exercises, discussions and team work assignments.
Assessment methods
Through team work, different group activities and exercises, quizzes and discussions, the tutor will ensure that learners are making progress
Previous learning required
Everyone is welcome and no previous knowledge is assumed.
Booklist, essential materials or equipment
If you are interested in learning in depth of some of the themes of this course, you may consider referring to:
Bahn, P. G. 2012. Cave Art: A Guide to the Decorated Ice Age Caves of Europe. Revised and updated edition. London: Frances Lincoln.
Sankars, N. K. 1992. Prehistoric Art in Europe (Pelican History of Art). New Haven and London: Yale University Press.
Suggestions on further reading onother regions, different cultural topics arising and different archaeological sites will be given throughout the course. Suitable websites [in English] will be listed in the course handouts.
Where the course may lead
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Financial help
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Help with learning
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Help with English, Maths or Study Skills
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