Abstract Expressionism in New York 1

In the 1940’s and 50’s, New York was becoming a centre of art. But the art world in New York was surprisingly small. Professor Michael Corris gives you a tour. 

Bringing the New York art-scene of the 1950’s and 60’s to life: Professor Michael Corris and artist Lawrence Weiner in conversation. 

Modern and Contemporary art can be hard to appreciate, especially when so many of them look like they've been made by 5 year olds. Trust me art is a lot more interesting and a lot less snobby than it seems. Grab your popcorn and get ready to explore art that has changed history, ... Show More

Danceteria wasn’t just a nightclub. It was an artistic incubator at the heart of New York’s early 80s cultural renaissance. It became a space for musicians, artists, and activists to seek inspiration.  It was the club where Madonna performed on stage for the first time and Keith ... Show More

<p>I love those moments when you’re walking in your neighborhood and suddenly nothing is familiar. In a good way. Sean Cole began seeing his neighborhood, actually the whole city of New York, with new eyes because of one artist who … <a href="http://99percentinvisible.prx.org/201 ... Show More

<p>New York City? What the heck does learning Chinese have to do with New York City? Don&#39;t be naive. In the gritty underworld of the fake Prada black market, you&#39;re going to need to hone your Mandarin skills to survive. Listen to this podcast and learn why New York City i ... Show More

This lecture forms part of series entitled Introduction to the History of Art, a core course taught to the first year undergraduate History of Art students.