ABOUT THIS CLASS
In this class we take a painterly look at the evolution of the Baroque genre as it developed in the 17th century. We will look at the earliest Master painters to see how it began and launched the Early Baroque phase, then wind our way through the Full Baroque years to the glorious High Baroque.
By analyzing the painting styles of the Master painters and their schools, we will learn about their new techniques, tricks and secrets to push the genre.
Also will be explored the Catholic Reformation politics that governed the movement like a propaganda tool to keep the faithful strong and in place.
However, the Spanish Baroque Master painters were more than just tradesmen working for the cause, they were intelligent, educated and enlightened humanists who knew that their gifts were deserving of dignity and respect. Their brushes were able to do more for the people and themselves than just keeping the church in power.
These visual creator left messages that we are still interpreting today.
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