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AS 221 The Medieval Bottega: Tools and Techniques of the Medieval Artist
John Cabot University - Full Curriculum Program
Rome, Italy
Dates: 1/12/16 - 5/7/16
AS 221 The Medieval Bottega: Tools and Techniques of the Medieval Artist
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: John Cabot University
Location: Rome, Italy
Primary Subject Area: Studio Arts
Instruction in: English
Transcript Source: TBD
Course Details: Level 200
Recommended Semester Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 45
DESCRIPTION
This course is a survey of traditional art studio techniques as practiced in Central Italy and Europe during the Middle Ages and early Renaissance. The goal is to learn the various processes and materials, and to create an artwork typical of the period between 900 and 1400 BCE. We will use the artists? botteghe in Italy as a model, and focus on art-making as a multimedia collective workshop. As well as a survey of the period and styles, the course will cover techniques such drawing, painting in egg tempera, supports, and pigments typical of the period. Students will be guided through the steps in preparing a finished piece. Though we will discuss mosaics, frescoes, and oil paintings, we will focus on Icon painting in egg tempera. The course is well suited to students of different levels and backgrounds who wish to gain a greater understanding of the history of art-making.