Wednesday, September 8, 2010

This is Modern Art - Episode 1

This is Modern Art

This series can be viewed on YouTube at CollingsShrine channel. Below, I have linked an extract from the first episode for you to preview but you can see the entire series by clicking on the link I have placed under General Art History links to the right of this blog.

The Power of Art

The Power of Art written and presented by Simon Schama comes in 8 episodes:

1) Caravaggio - David with the Head of Goliath
2) Bernini - Ecstacy of St. Theresa
3) Rembrandt - The Conspiracy of Claudius Civilis
4) David - The Death of Marat
5) Turner - The Slave Ship
6) Van Gogh - Wheatfield with Crows
7) Picasso - Guernica
8)Rothko - Black on Maroon

This amazing BBC documentary series is available on YouTube in 10 minute captures. Download the excepts to your laptop or view them via the link on this blog placed under General Art Links.

Below I have included an extract from the first episode:


Welcome to Gippsland Grammar's ART SPOT

This space is designed for both student and staff use. I will add useful links as I find them or when they are requested and also tips for using applications and tools that will aid you in ART projects and assignments.

If you are a Gippsland Grammar Art teacher or student and have a particular request, make a comment on this blog or email me at: joy.reid@gippslandgs.vic.edu.au