Summer 2026
The Renaissance: A period of Enlightenment
Course Objective:
When considering the artistic period of The Renaissance we are referring to a period commonly known as a period that emerged in 14th-century Italy and extending across Europe through the 16th century. It represents one of the most transformative periods in the history of Western art. Originally derived from the French word meaning “rebirth,” the Renaissance signaled a renewed interest in the intellectual, artistic, and philosophical traditions of ancient Greece and Rome.
This course examines the development of Renaissance art within its broader historical framework, including the rise of powerful city-states such as Florence, the patronage systems of families like the Medici, and the influence of the Catholic Church
Throughout the course, participants will investigate key historical forces that shaped Renaissance art. Art will be understood not as isolated masterpieces, but as visual responses to social, theological, and intellectual change. Central to our study are four master artists whose works exemplify the intellectual and aesthetic ambitions of the Renaissance.
Dates
Timing
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Eastern Standard Time
total cost
$249
Method of Instruction: Online
Course Instructor:
Marla Pietrowski founder of Art Masters in the School’s, has over 20 years of experience in museum studies. She has consistently and enthusiastically pursued further learning at museums, galleries and auction houses. She has been formally trained by Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London, and has participated in informal training at various museums around the world. She holds a Master of Science degree in Organization Development from the American University in Washington, DC., and has worked at Christie’s Auction House in Geneva, Switzerland. She has obtained a vast amount of knowledge from various museums around the world and is delighted to bring this information to you through these online sessions.
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel fresco painting, Rome, 1508 - 1512
