This dynamic discussion group centers on mutual curiosity and love of art. No expertise required. For more than two decades, Exploring the Visual Arts has been offered at OLLI Northwestern and every term is unique. We will develop the syllabus together and take care to cover a variety of mediums, techniques, historical periods, and styles. Each of us will bring our own perspective to the observations and discussions; professional, personal, and travel experiences add to our enjoyment of the art. Participants' visual acumen is guaranteed to grow. Participants will be encouraged to delve into areas that reflect their interests and share them. Most source materials will be available online and provided by discussion leaders. Possible topics are wide-ranging including art movements, individual artists, exhibits, and museums. Recent topics included Avant-Garde landscape artists, Van Gogh, Jordan Casteel, Anselm Kiefer, Paolo Soleri, Steven Holl, and Georgia O’Keefe. |