Start Date
18 July & 19 July 2024
Thursday, 10am - 4pm and and Friday, 10am - 4pm
Overview
Unlock the artistic legacy of The Beatles with art historian, Julie Robson: explore into the intersection of music and visual culture with our captivating course. Explore how the Fab Four revolutionized more than just the airwaves, shaping the very fabric of visual artistry throughout the 1960s and beyond. Delve into the iconic images crafted by renowned photographers like Dezo Hoffman and Bob Freeman, still pulsating through Beatles marketing today. Discover the hidden hands of artistic luminaries like Andy Warhol and René Magritte, who left their indelible mark on the band's visual history. Uncover the avant-garde ties of Lennon and McCartney to London's art scene, exploring their forays into illustration, painting, and conceptual art. From sculptures to murals, witness how The Beatles have become ingrained in the cultural tapestry of Liverpool. Through dynamic slide presentations and engaging group discussions, experience the art of The Beatles, from the swinging 60s to the present day, gaining fresh insights into their enduring impact on the world of art. This course also features a Beatles-related walking tour experience, and a trip to the award-winning Beatles Story museum at Liverpool's famous Albert Dock.
Day one
| 10am | - | 10.30am | Tea and Coffee provided |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.30am | - | 11.30am | Session 1 |
| 11.30am | - | 11.45am | Break (tea & coffee provided) |
| 11.45am | - | 12.45pm | Session 2 |
| 12.45pm | - | 1.45pm | Lunch (not provided) |
| 1.45pm | - | 2.45pm | Session 3 |
| 2.45pm | - | 3pm | Break (tea & coffee provided) |
| 3pm | - | 4pm | Session 4 |
Day Two
| 10am | - | 10.30am | Tea and Coffee provided |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.30am | - | 11.30am | Session 1 |
| 11.30am | - | 11.45am | Break (tea & coffee provided) |
| 11.45am | - | 12.45pm | Session 2 |
| 12.45pm | - | 1.45pm | Lunch (not provided) |
| 1.45pm | - | 2.45pm | Session 3: Waterfront walk |
| 2.45pm | - | 3pm | Break |
| 3pm | - | 4pm | Session 4: the Beatles Story |
Course Lecturer: Julie Robson
Since completing her Masters Degree in Contemporary art at the University of Liverpool, Julie Robson has been contributing to short courses for both the University of Liverpool's Continuing Education Department, and its International Summer School. Julie has also carried out freelance work as a writer, lecturer and gallery educator at many galleries and museums in Merseyside and North Wales.
Courses fees: Full fee £130
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