​The ​Art of Appreciating Art

Though art – like beauty – is subjective, there are foundational concepts that can enhance our understanding of art. And by grasping these fundamentals, we can better appreciate art beyond the aesthetics.   

Students will:  

• Understand what art is based on theories such as representation, expression, formalism 
• Learn about elements such as composition, proportion, light and shadow, colour, balance, and perspective 
• Analyse art on topics, meaning, symbolism, and cultural connotations 
• Discuss different evaluation criteria of art appreciation and evaluation 
• Explore the value of art and its importance to humanity 

Register now to elevate your perception and enjoyment of visual arts!

Tutor

Dr. Leung Kwong Yiu 

Major in Aesthetics. Research interests include methods of thinking, art, religion, ethics, and Chinese philosophy, and he has authored books such as “Illustrated Thinking Methods”, “The End of Art”, “Illustrated Practical Ethics”, “Illustrated Political Philosophy”, “Illustrated Ancient Chinese Philosophy”, and “Japan Sketch Collection”.