Know Thyself: Perspectives in Art-making (Jul 24-Aug 21)

Dates: July 24 - August 21, 2025

Meetings: Thursday, 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM CST (5 sessions)

Location: Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

Cost: $480 (HCP members can receive a 10% discount)

Instructor: Lisa Volpe

Skill Level: Intermediate

Discovering your creative voice within one’s photography can feel challenging and somewhat intimidating. Held in the Anne Wilkes Tucker Study Center at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, this course will explore artistic perspective through an investigation of various of artistic careers. By examining the works of artists such as Robert Frank, Laura Gilpin, Alejandro Cartagena, Gay Block, and Catherine Wagner, to name a few, students will understand how distinct perspectives guide an artist's career and practice. Serving as an artistic incubator, this course offers students a supportive environment to interrogate their own point of view and personal approach to artmaking.

Objectives:

• Understand the foundational role of personal perspective in artmaking

• Recognize the link between personal and universal themes

• Understand the curatorial perspective when examining artists’ work

• Examine concepts and artistic approaches for potential projects

• Receive valuable feedback and guidance from your instructor and peers

• Build skills in analysis and critique

• Expand your artistic background

Prerequisites:
Students must bring to all classes an open mind and a willingness to participate.

Course Prep:
Students should bring a PowerPoint with 3-5 of their images to discuss with the class.