Modern and Contemporary Art and Design

About this course

In a rapidly changing global landscape, the ability to analyze and interpret complex visual information is vital. This Specialization offers a comprehensive framework for understanding the art of our time by embracing your curiosity and expanding your perspective on art. You will explore three important topic areas—Modern Art, Contemporary Art, and Photography—hearing directly from experts in the field and from artists to see how they respond to the social and cultural shifts that define our world. You won’t just learn art history, you will develop a toolkit for understanding the ideas, materials, and strategies that shape art and visual culture today.