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About the Course

Step inside New York City artist studios in the years following War II to discover the intentionality behind abstract painting. This course offers an immersive, hands-on exploration of approaches that defined painting of that era. By deconstructing the materials and processes of artists Jackson Pollock, Yayoi Kusama, Mark Rothko, and others you will move into the mindset of the maker. Through a unique combination of studio demonstrations of artist’s techniques and behind-the-scenes look at paintings in The Museum of Modern Art’s world-class collection, you will develop a sophisticated studio practice. You’ll also gain a transferable set of skills centered on how ideas evolve through close observation and creative problem solving. Whether you are a student of fine art, a professional looking to unlock new modes of thinking, or a lifelong learner curious about painting, this course provides the intellectual and technical toolkit to transform a blank canvas into a powerful vehicle for expression....

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YR

Feb 24, 2021

This course provided great tools for examining and understanding the artists covered. I'm able to take these tools and the lexicon I learned and apply them to other artists and their practices.

KG

Apr 16, 2019

I have thoroughly enjoyed doing this course. It has proved useful in boosting my confidence in studying, as well as providing me with inspiration for my own work, both in painting and ceramics.

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By Aloysia C H

Feb 8, 2023

Great course. Hard course. No gimme here. I learned so much and I appreciate the teachers especially in the art studio. Such a talent. Thank you!

By Subhadip B

Sep 21, 2020

I just loved this course. Such a details analysis of every aspect of the modern art and its technique.. learnt a lot and opened a new path for me

By Shane T

Jan 14, 2018

I am almost half way through this course and am enjoying it immensely. The videos are excellent and the lecturers are knowledgeable and engaging.

By yuehua h

Dec 12, 2024

By studying In the Studio: Postwar Abstract Painting, I learned about the development and concept of Postwar Abstract Painting and gained a lot.

By La B A I

Oct 31, 2022

It's a very well-designed and the details are splendid. the course threads interests in Artists and holds the individual to complete the course.

By María d L O R

Mar 29, 2021

Estoy muy satisfecha con el curso In Studio: Postwar Abstract Painting, es muy completo y abarca los temas de una manera dinámica e inteligente.

By Florence L

Mar 22, 2020

The course is very interesting with materials and videos of very high quality. I learnt a lot on those artists and I highly recommend this MOOC.

By Sinisa

Mar 15, 2020

Many thanks to teacher and Coursera, course open my mind and after course i buy oil colors and start to paint, realy thanks !

Best regards Sinisa

By IJE

Aug 8, 2017

enjoying this, well presented, easy to follow; love the practical insights re painting & how/why artists used the materials /techniques they did

By Jim G

Jun 21, 2020

I loved this course. Corey D'Augustine was a great teacher and many of the artists that he showed us their techniques I knew very little about.

By Robert D D

Nov 29, 2021

I loved this course from beginning to end, and it resulted in me feeling confident enough to try some paintings of my own, thank you so much!

By Elena C

Apr 9, 2021

Enjoyed the course, very good organized, learn a lot about materials, techniques, history about postwar abstract painting. My recommendations!

By Miranda M

Jun 9, 2020

I LIKED THE COURSE SO MUCH!! AND LEARNED A LOT ABOUT THE GREAT PAINTERS. THANK YOU WHO MADE THIS POSSIBLE!!!!

HOPE TO VISIT MomA ONE DAY !!!!

By lei w

Dec 10, 2017

Best class I have ever taken. It is a rare opportunity for me who lives in China to be able to take a class from MOMA. I truly appreciate it.

By Claudia H

Feb 17, 2024

Fantastic course, great content, very well delivered . Corey is a great teacher. Enjoyed every lesson , learned so much. Highly recommended

By Leila B N

Mar 14, 2022

Amazing, I would love to continue to have the same Professor and course style about more contemporary artists. The best online course ever

By Pol M C

Jun 14, 2020

This course was nothing short of inspiring. Corey's insightful demonstrations paired with the comprehensive resources were truly enjoyable!

By Andrea C

Mar 25, 2022

This course is excellent!!!!Í learn a lot.Me apasioné wíth life and works of the artists but Yayoi Kusama atrapped me.Thanks Thanks Thanks

By Barbara K

May 21, 2018

Great experience, I learnt a lot about artists, techniques, composition and more. I already recommended this course several times! Barbara

By Megan E

Aug 28, 2017

loved this course. Even though they show how to do one painting of each artist's, I wish they did a couple from different periods. So good

By maria f l

Jun 24, 2017

muy buen curso ... ayuda a adquirir conocimientos mas especificos sobre los artistas , como son los videos en estudios . me ayudaron mucho

By KIRSTEN M

Nov 4, 2017

Excellent - one of the most interesting courses I have done. The practical demonstrations make this a very unique experience - thank you!

By Mary C

Jun 20, 2017

A fantastic course that is greatly presented and instructed. A fantastic way to discover and learn the techniques used by the artists.

By Stan G

Apr 3, 2017

I learned so much in this class-- about the artists we studied and about how they actually created their work. It was pretty amazing!

By Joan S P

Feb 19, 2018

I thoroughly enjoyed this class. Very informative. I loved in particular the videos demonstrating the techniques used by each artist.