City Lit Art History

City Lit Art History 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 come from all backgrounds and learning experiences, from the absolute beginner to those refining their practice. Students have said about our courses:

'You have taught me how to see art in a thoughtful and considered manner which will change the way I visit galleries in the future.'

'Great course materials, and such well-organised lectures, with clear frameworks in which to think about historical and modern art. My first time back in the Art History classroom for decades and it was both inspiring and a pleasure.'

'Your classes have been such a tonic throughout this last year, you have inspired, interested and entertained me for weeks now!'

Realistic drawings are quicker; abstract drawings come with real leisurely pace. The abstract drawing does not have to p...
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
 

We’re excited to be a part of this year’s For Art History Festival 🎉This year’s theme is Art & Nature, celebrating the ...
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!

As seen in the National Gallery! Our tutor 's new book The Foreign Invention of British Art. We're so pleased he'll be ...
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 👆🏼

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