Study the history of art with us online, in Covent Garden or in and around the museums, galleries an
Our courses are live, interactive and led by expert art historians. Our programme is taught to develop art history and appreciation skills and to hone the skills of those with prior art knowledge. We offer introductory courses to lay the foundation of an understanding of art and its history. We also have more specialised classes on art theory, specific eras and museum collections. Our students com
05/09/2025
Realistic drawings are quicker; abstract drawings come with real leisurely pace. The abstract drawing does not have to prove anything. Louise Bourgeois
Why do artists choose abstraction? How can we better understand abstract art? Are you curious about how to engage with abstract artworks? Join us for our next lunchtime lecture: understanding abstraction on Tuesday 16th of September, online.
Backdrop credit: Magda Ehlers
05/09/2025
We’re excited to be a part of this year’s For Art History Festival 🎉
This year’s theme is Art & Nature, celebrating the profound connections between art, nature and emotional and mental wellbeing.
For our part, we are featuring three events; all are free, but booking is essential.
Monday 15 September, online 18:00-19:30
Art beyond the human: spirits, ecologies, and A.I.
With Chris Collier
Wednesday 17 September, at City Lit 12:00-13:30
Art & Environment: an introduction to earthworks
With
Friday 19 September, at City Lit 18:30-19:30
In conversation: Hew Locke with Will Gompertz
This event is currently sold out, but please add yourself to the waitlist in case of drop outs!
05/09/2025
As seen in the National Gallery! Our tutor 's new book The Foreign Invention of British Art.
We're so pleased he'll be teaching a course for us on the topic starting 26 Sept. The course will allow you to go in-depth with the expert on the topic. It is a wholly new way to look at the history of British Art.
See the link in our bio for more info 👆🏼