About the Course: 

In the course titled Art Appreciation through Understanding Artists, participants will delve into the world of art to develop a profound appreciation for its cultural significance. By gaining insights into various artists lives and works, audiences will learn how to observe and derive enjoyment from art, its diverse forms, inspirational sources, and the utilization of art by different cultures. This exploration will provide a deeper understanding of historical contexts and the interconnectedness of contemporary life and art. Artists strive to establish a connection between their artwork and our own experiences, and this course will explore the ways in which art enables individuals to express and validate personal and collective emotions, thoughts, ideals, and attitudes. Additionally, participants will learn about philosophical concepts, values, and connecting themes through artistic expressions and experiences.

 

Art History Class Fall 2023 (Program) 

  • 9/13: Edvard Munch (1863-1944) & Egon Schiele (1890-1918)
  • 9/20: Gustav Klimt (1862-1918)
  • 9/27: Raoul Dufy (1877-1953) & Marc Chagall (1887-1985)
  • 10/4: André Brasilier (1929- )
  • 10/11: Rose Wylie (1934- ) & Katherine Bradford (1942- )
  • 10/18: Gego (1912-1994) & Sarah Sze (1969- )
  • 10/25: Harmony Hammond (1944- )
  • 11/1: Marlene Dumas (1953- ) & Dana Schutz (1976- )
  • 11/8: Rita Ackermann (1968- ) & Cecily Brown (1969- )
  • 11/15: Han Bing (1986- ) & Robert Nava (1985- )
  • 11/29: Refik Anadol (1985- )
  • 12/6: Hayley Barker (1973- ) & Nicolas Party (1980- )
  • 12/13: Wangechi Mutu (1972- ) & Amy Sherald (1973- )
  • 12/20: Huma Bhabha (1962- ) & Danh Võ (1975- )

 

Instructor: Dr. Jinyoung Koh

Jinyoung Koh is a graduate program director and an assistant professor in Department of Art + Design, Art History, Art Education at Towson University in Maryland. Dr. Koh completed a Doctor of Education in Art & Art Education from Columbia University in New York. He earned a Master of Fine Arts in Photo & Media from the California Institute of the Arts and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. His art has received numerous awards and is included in the collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Rockefeller Foundation.

 

  • Registration is open through August 31, 2023. All lectures will be conducted in Korean. Tuition is $280 for the semester. Questions and inquiries can be directed to info@ahlfoundation.org.