"A marvelous class. Art appreciation where you see famous paintings in a new light. The prof creates multiple opportunities for class participation so we practice speaking in an easy, encouraging environment. Really fun."

Spring Session I: April 30 through June 18, 2025

• Day and Time:  Wednesdays, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
• Location: In-person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa
• Instructor: Charles de Bretteville
• Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) or $225 (7 weeks)

A journey through the history of French art, from the gargoyles of Gothic architecture through the flowering of humanism in the Renaissance; from the grand siècle under Louis XIV to the enchantments of French rococo; the dizzying proliferation of styles  –– realism, romanticism, symbolism, impressionism, and others –– that marked the tumultuous 19th century and the rise of the bourgeoisie as the principal consumers of art, and finally culminating in the experimental avant-garde of the 20th century and the development of abstraction. Through an encounter with the rich and diverse history of French art, students will improve their ability to describe and discuss artworks and communicate their visual impressions.