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Explore the vibrant art scene of Los Angeles with a variety of lectures on contemporary art, photography, and film, where participants can learn about the works of renowned artists and gain insight into the creative process.

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Maurice Merleau-Ponty: Philosophy, Phenomenology, and the Body

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research @ Online Classroom

Explore the profound philosophy of Maurice Merleau-Ponty and his groundbreaking ideas on perception, embodiment, and the nature of existence. Delve into the world of phenomenology and discover how this influential 20th-century movement continues to shape contemporary thought.

(29) Beginner 21 and older
$335

4 sessions

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Bioengineering: from Terraforming to Designer Babies

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research @ Online Classroom

In this thought-provoking course from the Brooklyn Institute for Social Research, you'll explore the core principles of biotechnology and the ethical, political, and economic implications of manipulating biological matter. Uncover the exciting possibilities and real constraints that shape the future of bioengineering today!

(29) All levels 21 and older
$335

4 sessions

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The Weimar Republic: Politics, Culture, and Catastrophe

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research @ Online Classroom

Unveil the rise and fall of Germany's Weimar Republic and its impact on contemporary politics, culture, and catastrophic authoritarianism in this provocative course. Explore the complex international politics and economic crises that shaped this politically fragile yet culturally dazzling era. Dive into primary sources and reflections to dissect the untold lessons for our modern world.

(29) All levels 21 and older
$335

4 sessions

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Solarpunk: Theory, Fiction, and Radical Futures

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research @ Online Classroom

Explore a radical vision of the future where nature and technology align, challenging the pessimistic outlook on climate change. Immerse yourself in the art, theory, and speculative fiction of solarpunk to reimagine a world of decommodified energy and human liberation. Join us on this intellectual journey towards a harmonious coexistence of technology, nature, and human life.

(29) All levels 21 and older
$335

4 sessions

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Melanie Klein: Love, Guilt, and Psychoanalysis

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research @ Online Classroom

Delve into the depths of human emotions and the complexities of the mind with a comprehensive exploration of psychoanalysis. Gain insights into the intricate workings of the psyche through this captivating course.

(29) All levels 21 and older
$335

4 sessions

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The Soviet Avant-Garde: Culture, Politics, Aesthetics

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research @ Online Classroom

Explore Russian and Soviet avant-gardes during the first three decades of the 20th century. Discover how artists grappled with finding "communistic expression of material structures" and the shifting status of the arts in the early Soviet state. Dive into the works of Kazimir Malevich, El Lissitzky, Sergei Eisenstein, and more.

(29) All levels 21 and older
$335

4 sessions

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Saidiya Hartman: Scenes of Subjection

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research @ Online Classroom

Delve into the transformative insights of Saidiya Hartman's groundbreaking works on Black life and history. Join us at the Brooklyn Institute for Social Research as we explore Hartman's profound reimagining of freedom, agency, and the legacy of the Atlantic slave trade. Engage with critical questions on power, labor, and race in the postmodern era through an examination of Hartman's influential texts alongside other prominent scholars in the field.

(29) All levels 21 and older
$335

4 sessions

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Herman Melville’s The Confidence-Man

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research @ Online Classroom

Embark on a riveting exploration of trust, deceit, and existential uncertainty in Herman Melville’s masterpiece. Join us at the Brooklyn Institute for Social Research as we dissect The Confidence-Man, delving into its satire of capitalist modernity and probing questions of faith, knowledge, and societal norms. Unravel the complexities of Melville’s characters and their morally ambiguous world through close readings and insightful discussions led by expert scholars.

(29) All levels 21 and older
$335

4 sessions

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Theorizing Repression: From Psychoanalysis to Counterinsurgency Theory

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research @ Online Classroom

Uncover the entwined history of psychoanalysis and state power in a captivating exploration of repression tactics. Join us at the Brooklyn Institute for Social Research as we delve into the intersections of Freudian theory with military strategy, urban policing, and guerrilla warfare. Through an array of diverse readings, we'll analyze how psychoanalytic concepts have been utilized to pathologize dissent and justify both state and revolutionary violence, raising critical questions about power, resistance, and the psyche.

(29) All levels 21 and older
$335

4 sessions

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Mesopotamia: Civilization, Archaeology, and Material Culture

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research @ Online Classroom

Embark on a captivating exploration of Mesopotamian civilization through archaeology and material culture. Join us at the Brooklyn Institute for Social Research as we delve into the origins, structures, and legacy of this ancient society, unraveling its significance amidst historical interpretations and contemporary geopolitical contexts. Uncover the complexities of Mesopotamia's urbanization, social structures, and technological advancements, and discover how its material remains offer insights into our understanding of the past and present.

(29) All levels 21 and older
$335

4 sessions

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Animation Masterclass

Creative Talent Network @ 2500 Hollywood Way , Burbank, CA

An Epic 2-day MasterClass  Structured to mimic the daily tools needed for animators for the processes you will find in an animation studio Masterclass Details The Animation Collaborative and CTN are proud to present the Animation Demo & Masterclass with instructor Michal Makarewicz, Directing Animator at Pixar Animation Studios and the CTN animation eXpo now bundled to give you a 2-day immersive once in a lifetime learning experience....

(3) All levels 18 and older
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$250

2 sessions

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Finding the Pose

Creative Talent Network

Learn how to 'see' and 'draw'. A weekly gesture study series where you will draw alongside Legendary Disney Animator Randy Haycock LIVE. Randy will be  focusing on helping you find the strongest gesture and pose that best communicates STORY, CHARACTER and EMOTION.  You will be learning with an emphasis on observation and capturing a moment from life that 'tells the story'. The Nine Old Men didn't study other animators drawings, they studied...

(3) All levels 12 and older
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Fall Lecture 1: The Harlem Renaissance

Santa Monica College

The Harlem Renaissance was an intellectual, social, and artistic explosion centered in Harlem, New York City, that spanned the 1920s and ushered in an unprecedented phase of African-American literary and artistic development. Writers such as Dr. Alain Locke and Langston Hughes along with artists such as Archibald Motley, Aaron Douglas, and Loïs Mailou Jones celebrated their culture to bring ethnic consciousness and a new identity into their artistic...

(513) All levels 18 and older
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Fall Lecture 2: The Mexican Muralists

Santa Monica College

 In between World War I and World War II, the artistic endeavors of a group of painters known as the Mexican Muralists evolved from the pre-Columbian roots of the artists, as well as a desire to address the political and social transformation of the modern age. The members of this group often used large-scale mural paintings in order to convey their messages, as public murals could be viewed by the general public, regardless of social class....

(513) All levels 18 and older
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Meet Susan Miller! The Astrology Zone

Liberate Hollywood

2020 promises to be a big year! A bevy of migrating planets will form a rare crown of stars in Capricorn at the end of December 2019 through early January 2020 and their presence will have far-reaching effects on every sign, and on society, too, now and for years to come. These planets will bring a reason for hope and optimism to every sign. Learn about the coming eclipses in Cancer and Capricorn, and new ones due in a new family of signs, Gemini...

(34) All levels 18 and older
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Goop brunchwork

brunchwork

You're invited to an unforgettable brunch with Goop Senior Vice President & GM of Fashion Shaun Kearney. Enjoy a fireside chat with Shaun, curated connections, a creative challenge and pitch... over a healthy meal.

(8) All levels 21 and older
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Chill Pill - Anxiety & Art

Art Therapy LA @ 12304 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

Learning artistic methods to help release worry and anxiety using clay techniques to release tension and create art objects that help you soothe your triggers. The practice of working with clay is relaxing and healing. Connect and have fun. You will be introduced to various art exercises, optional sharing in a non-critical setting. Process art is relaxing and calming and most of all fun. The mind is elsewhere. The workshops are small and a safe...

(2) All levels 18 and older
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What is it Like Working in Features vs TV

Creative Talent Network

Artists learn from artists and animators learn from other animators. And animator is different than a development artist, or a story artist or other artists in the pipeline. They see and understand emotion, expression and how to tell a story through acting creating what we refer to as creating the illusion of life. James is a master at all this and has experience with 2D, 3D and other disciplines whether in house or freelance and anything in between...

(3) All levels 12 and older
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Portfolio Review and Feedback Day

Creative Talent Network

Artists learn from artists and animators learn from other animators. And animator is different than a development artist, or a story artist or other artists in the pipeline. They see and understand emotion, expression and how to tell a story through acting creating what we refer to as creating the illusion of life. James is a master at all this and has experience with 2D, 3D and other disciplines whether in house or freelance and anything in between...

(3) All levels 12 and older
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What is it Like Producing and Directing Your Own Film

Creative Talent Network

Artists learn from artists and animators learn from other animators. And animator is different than a development artist, or a story artist or other artists in the pipeline. They see and understand emotion, expression and how to tell a story through acting creating what we refer to as creating the illusion of life. James is a master at all this and has experience with 2D, 3D and other disciplines whether in house or freelance and anything in between...

(3) All levels 12 and older
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