Mid-Century Masters
"Bay Area figurative movement"
Prerequisite for this more advanced class is Intro to Abstract.
Mid-Century Masters explores new abstract expressionist themes, styles, and artists each session. This session is about the Bay Area Figurtive movement and artists like Nathan Oliveira. During the 1950s, a few painters in the San Francisco Bay Area shifted from the prevailing style of Abstract Expressionism in favor of a return to figurative painting. They created what would come to be known as "Bay Area Figurative Art." In this class, students will learn about:
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Proficient artists who have taken this class may want to investigate our Mentorship Program. Parking Info |
About the instructor
Shirin Nikoukari
I started painting when I was young. I moved to the United States in my 20's and mix my Persian culture with my abstract inspirations. The pomegranate is a sacred symbol for me and often shows in my work as well as Persian Calligraphy. As I have evolved, my work has become more abstract. |
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