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Short courses of the Nebrija Arts and Humanities Institute Understanding Modern Art: From Impressionism to the early avant-garde movements

This course explores the evolution of art from Impressionism to the early avant-garde movements, covering movements such as Post-Impressionism, Fauvism, Expressionism, Cubism and Futurism, as well as the historical and social contexts that gave rise to these new forms of artistic expression.

Through theory, image analysis, creative exercises and visits to exhibitions, participants will engage with the key works and artists of this period in a practical and dynamic way. The course aims to develop a critical and inquisitive eye, helping participants to understand the works beyond mere subjective judgement.

SCHEDULE Tuesday and thursday from 18:00 to 20:00
DURATION 20 h
FORMAT In person
WHERE Campus de Juan XXIII
WHEN Nov 3rd - Dec 3rd, 2026

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General Objectives

Place the works in their historical, social and cultural context.
Understanding the transformation of modern art between the late 19th and early 20th centuries
To encourage a critical, open and curious approach to modern and contemporary art.
To develop tools for analysing and interpreting works of art from different perspectives.

Who is this course for?

Students interested in modern art and its development who wish to learn about the main artistic movements from Impressionism to the early avant-garde movements and to understand the context that gave rise to these transformations.


People with an interest in art history who wish to acquire the tools to analyse and interpret works of art, uncovering their messages, intentions and relationship with their historical, social and cultural context.


Anyone, with or without prior knowledge who wishes to develop a critical and open-minded approach to art, combining theory, image analysis, creative exercises and visits to exhibitions.


Professor

Profesora
Rosa María Céspedes López

Rosa María Céspedes López holds a degree in Art History from the University of Granada and complemented her education with an Erasmus scholarship in Berlin, a Master’s degree in Teacher Training and a degree in Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage. For nine years she worked at the Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum, where she was involved in visitor services, content and events, taking part in projects aimed at raising awareness and bringing art to different audiences. She is currently a member of the International Department at Nebrija University, where she combines historical rigour with an approachable, dynamic and practical methodology to teach students how to observe, understand and enjoy art.