American Indian Art, Culture & Symbols
A 5-part course with Kenney Mencher
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- Total Time 1 hr, 57 min
- Lessons 5
- Attachment 1
- Exercises 25
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61 CQ
5 Lessons in This Course
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29 minFREEArt Appreciation lesson 1Free15 CQ
Curious about ancient art? Delve into the wonderful works of the Anasazi and Pueblo peoples in this art criticism and archaeology lesson by Kenny Mencher.
with Kenney MencherCurious about ancient art? Delve into the wonderful works of the Anasazi and Pueblo peoples in this art criticism and archaeology lesson by Kenny Mencher.
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20 minArt Appreciation lesson 211 CQ
Explore the unique art and culture of the Navajo tribe! In this lesson, learn about Navajo art, the collective unconscious, and important cultural symbols.
with Kenney MencherExplore the unique art and culture of the Navajo tribe! In this lesson, learn about Navajo art, the collective unconscious, and important cultural symbols.
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14 minArt Appreciation lesson 38 CQ
Are Navajo blankets crafts, religious artifacts, or products for tourists? All three! In this lesson, learn about this fascinating history and development!
with Kenney MencherAre Navajo blankets crafts, religious artifacts, or products for tourists? All three! In this lesson, learn about this fascinating history and development!
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21 minArt Appreciation lesson 411 CQ
The Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest have an elaborate culture, rich in art and symbolism. Learn about the Tlingit, Kwakiutl, and Haida.
with Kenney MencherThe Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest have an elaborate culture, rich in art and symbolism. Learn about the Tlingit, Kwakiutl, and Haida.
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31 minArt Appreciation lesson 516 CQ
Continue to learn about the Pacific Northwest Native Americans in the second part of a lecture that explores the rich symbolism found in their art and culture.
with Kenney MencherContinue to learn about the Pacific Northwest Native Americans in the second part of a lecture that explores the rich symbolism found in their art and culture.
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24 minArt Appreciation lesson13 CQ
In this art history lesson, Kenney Mencher explains social, religious, and economic factors that led to the Renaissance, which found its footing in Florence.
with Kenney MencherIn this art history lesson, Kenney Mencher explains social, religious, and economic factors that led to the Renaissance, which found its footing in Florence.
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9 minArt Appreciation lesson5 CQ
In this overview of classical Greek architecture, art history expert Kenny Mencher explains basic architectural concepts, such as column order and symmetry.
with Kenney MencherIn this overview of classical Greek architecture, art history expert Kenny Mencher explains basic architectural concepts, such as column order and symmetry.
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32 minArt Appreciation lesson17 CQ
This art history lesson introduces one of the most important Greek Classic buildings—the Parthenon—and discusses its influence on Renaissance architecture.
with Kenney MencherThis art history lesson introduces one of the most important Greek Classic buildings—the Parthenon—and discusses its influence on Renaissance architecture.
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24 minArt Appreciation lesson13 CQ
In this lesson, art history expert Kenney Mencher provides an overview of classical sculpture, from the Archaic Greek period to the High Classic period.
with Kenney MencherIn this lesson, art history expert Kenney Mencher provides an overview of classical sculpture, from the Archaic Greek period to the High Classic period.
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10 minArt Appreciation lesson6 CQ
In this lesson, art history expert Kenney Mencher discusses the history of the Pantheon, its architectural characteristics, and its possible uses.
with Kenney MencherIn this lesson, art history expert Kenney Mencher discusses the history of the Pantheon, its architectural characteristics, and its possible uses.
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840 min8-part Art Appreciation course22 CQ
The old masters created some of the most beloved works of art in the world! Discover them in this art history survey course, and journey from the High Renaissance and through the twentieth century.
with James EarleThe old masters created some of the most beloved works of art in the world! Discover them in this art history survey course, and journey from the High Renaissance and through the twentieth century.
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5117 min5-part Art Appreciation course61 CQ
Explore the art, culture, symbols, and practices of American Indian and First Nations peoples in this course. Review the basic elements of art criticism including form, content, and symbolism.
with Kenney MencherExplore the art, culture, symbols, and practices of American Indian and First Nations peoples in this course. Review the basic elements of art criticism including form, content, and symbolism.
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733 min7-part Art Appreciation course18 CQ
Explore the difference between an art period and movement, and about various art movements including impressionism, dadaism, minimalism, suprematism, pop art, and readymade art.
with Little Art TalksExplore the difference between an art period and movement, and about various art movements including impressionism, dadaism, minimalism, suprematism, pop art, and readymade art.
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924 min9-part Art Appreciation course19 CQ
Learn the meaning and history behind art history terms in nine simple lessons. From “avant-garde” to “chiaroscuro,” from “impasto” to “iconoclasm,” these terms unlock a world of art appreciation.
with Little Art TalksLearn the meaning and history behind art history terms in nine simple lessons. From “avant-garde” to “chiaroscuro,” from “impasto” to “iconoclasm,” these terms unlock a world of art appreciation.
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7143 min7-part Art Appreciation course75 CQ
The history of art in Japan is intertwined with the nation's tumultuous past. Discover Japanese art from Neolithic pottery to the Heian period scroll paintings in this art history course!
with Little Art TalksThe history of art in Japan is intertwined with the nation's tumultuous past. Discover Japanese art from Neolithic pottery to the Heian period scroll paintings in this art history course!