East Meets West

Course dates: Mar 10, 2026 to Apr 14, 2026

In the mid-19th century, Europe began trading with Asia. Imported goods began to arrive at major cities, and artists were interested in applying the Far East concepts of Art. As the communications progressed, several Asian artists were also influenced by Western Art. In the 20th century, Japanese American artists like Isamu Noguchi blended both notions and a new era of art began. The interaction between cultures has always enriched our understanding of each other, and art has been a vehicle to do so. 

Week 1: First Interactions between East and West

Week 2: La Belle Epoque and the Far East

Week 3: The Wave of Hokusai, Van Gogh and others

Week 4: Isamu Noguchi: A Japanese American struggle

Week 5: Yayoi Kusama: More than dots

Week 6: Ai Wei Wei: The New Era of Art