The Art of Appreciating Art
Though art – like beauty – is subjective, there are foundational concepts that can enhance our understanding of art. And by grasping these fundamentals, we can better appreciate art beyond the aesthetics.
Students will:
- Understand what art is based on theories such as representation, expression, formalism
- Learn about elements such as composition, proportion, light and shadow, colour, balance, and perspective
- Analyse art on topics, meaning, symbolism, and cultural connotations
- Discuss different evaluation criteria of art appreciation and evaluation
- Explore the value of art and its importance to humanity
Register now to and elevate your perception and enjoyment of visual arts!
Tutor
Dr Leung Kwong Yiu
Major in Aesthetics. Research interests include methods of thinking, art, religion, ethics, and Chinese philosophy, and he has authored books such as “Illustrated Thinking Methods”, “The End of Art”, “Illustrated Practical Ethics”, “Illustrated Political Philosophy”, “Illustrated Ancient Chinese Philosophy”, and “Japan Sketch Collection”.
Period | 4 February to 11 March 2025 (every Tuesday) |
Time | 7:00-9:00pm |
No. of Lesson | 6 (Total of 12 hours) |
Fee | HK$2,790 |
Level | Beginner |
Language | Cantonese supplementary with English |
Course Code | ASSC-1126B-R |
Age | 16+ |
Entry Requirement | N/A |
Venue | 10/F, Hong Kong Arts Centre |