Module #1 Introduction to Humanism An overview of the humanist movement and its key principles
Module #2 The Renaissance:A Time of Revival Exploring the historical and cultural context of the Renaissance
Module #3 Classical Influences on Renaissance Art How ancient Greek and Roman art and literature influenced Renaissance artists
Module #4 Humanist Philosophy and Art The intersection of humanist ideas and artistic expression
Module #5 The Medici Family and the Patronage System The role of wealthy patrons in supporting Renaissance art and artists
Module #6 Leonardo da Vinci:The Renaissance Man The life, art, and inventions of one of the most iconic figures of the Renaissance
Module #7 The Art of Perspective How Renaissance artists developed and used perspective to create realistic representations
Module #8 Sandro Botticelli:A Humanist Painter The life and art of Botticelli, a prominent Florentine painter
Module #9 The Rediscovery of Classical Texts How the discovery of ancient texts influenced Renaissance thought and art
Module #10 Renaissance Sculpture:From Classical to Modern The evolution of sculpture during the Renaissance, from classical influences to modern innovations
Module #11 Michelangelo:The Divine Artist The life, art, and influence of one of the greatest artists of the Renaissance
Module #12 Raphael:The Idealized Vision The life and art of Raphael, a prominent painter of the High Renaissance
Module #13 The Art of the Female Nude The representation of the female nude in Renaissance art, and its cultural significance
Module #14 The Patronage of the Pope:Rome and the Renaissance The role of the Catholic Church in supporting Renaissance art and architecture
Module #15 Titian:The Color of Emotion The life and art of Titian, a Venetian painter known for his vivid use of color
Module #16 Renaissance Architecture:From Brunelleschi to Palladio The development of Renaissance architecture, from the Duomo to the Venetian villas
Module #17 Caravaggio:The Dramatic Light The life and art of Caravaggio, a Baroque painter known for his dramatic use of light
Module #18 The Spread of Renaissance Art:Europe and Beyond How Renaissance art and ideas spread throughout Europe and beyond
Module #19 Women in Renaissance Art The role and representation of women in Renaissance art, from patrons to artists
Module #20 Renaissance Art and Science The intersection of art and science during the Renaissance, from anatomy to engineering
Module #21 The Art of the Portrait The development of portraiture during the Renaissance, and its cultural significance
Module #22 Renaissance Ceramics and Decorative Arts The art of ceramics, textiles, and other decorative arts during the Renaissance
Module #23 The Crisis of the Renaissance:War, Plague, and Reform The impact of war, plague, and religious reform on Renaissance art and culture
Module #24 The Legacy of Renaissance Art The lasting impact of Renaissance art on Western art and culture
Module #25 Renaissance Art in the Modern Era How Renaissance art continues to influence modern art, fashion, and design
Module #26 Debunking Renaissance Myths Separating fact from fiction in the popular mythology of the Renaissance
Module #27 Renaissance Art and the Digital Age How digital technologies are changing our understanding and experience of Renaissance art
Module #28 Renaissance Art and the Museum The role of museums in preserving and presenting Renaissance art for modern audiences
Module #29 Renaissance Art in Context A contextualized approach to understanding Renaissance art, beyond the masterpieces
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Humanism and Renaissance Art career
