Honors College 397E - S-Andy Warhol: Lines/Art&Celeb

This course introduces students to the world of the events of high society, power brokers, donors and benefactors, museums, artists, entertainers and celebrities. Through analyzing the work and philosophy of Andy Warhol and his profound impact on contemporary artists such as Banksy, Jeff Koons and Lady Gaga as well as the development of reality television based on the lives of celebrities, students will gain a better understanding of the history and purpose of current societal trends. Students will view a selection of Warhols real time films of celebrities, his cinematic works, interviews and exhibited artworks and collaborations to gain a holistic understanding of his impact on modern thinking.