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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Seeing Through Photographs by The Museum of Modern Art

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About the Course

In an era of constant visual noise, there is a difference between looking at an image and truly recognizing its power. This course invites you to bridge that gap, transforming a daily habit into a deeper understanding of the photographic medium. The Museum of Modern Art offers you exclusive entry into one of the world’s most influential photography collections. Videos take you on behind-the-scenes visits to artist studios to explore the diverse ideas and technologies that inform image-making. By analyzing 100 landmark photographs, you will uncover the cultural narratives, scientific breakthroughs, and creative choices that have shaped the medium’s history. Whether you are a student refining your research skills, a professional looking to sharpen your critical thinking, or a lifelong learner looking to learn more about photography, this course will help you develop visual literacy skills applicable to any field. You’ll cultivate your ability to navigate the visual culture that defines our world and gain a global perspective on how photographs are tools for storytelling, documentation, and critique....

Top reviews

LM

Jun 9, 2020

An excellent pre amble to a University course in photography. It’s also taught me to look more objectively at Photographs by studying the artist/photographer a little more in depth.

UY

May 25, 2019

It was well organized course and learned essential principles to interpret photos. Thanks Coursera, MoMA and other sponsors for such an opportunity and platform for learning exploration. With Love!

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By Suella H

May 30, 2020

I thoroughly y enjoyed this course. Very informative and insightful.

By Angelique G Q

May 24, 2020

I have learned to see more in photography then just look at a photo.

By naomi.j.hunt@hotmail.co.uk

Jan 6, 2020

Excellent course. Really thought-provoking and interesting material.

By Mauro C F

Aug 20, 2018

Muy interesante, aprendí muchísimo acerca del análisis de fotografía

By I-Ping W

Mar 4, 2018

It is a wonderful course. I have learned a lot and enjoy the course.

By Julija H

Apr 4, 2017

Informative, engaging, high production value. I give it a hell yeah.

By Elie P

Feb 2, 2017

A perfect course, for all who wants to know more about photography!!

By Zacharias A

Mar 20, 2023

Ένα σχολτο σχολείο, ολόσωμος εκμάθηση που δηλώνει με τη φωτογραφία.

By Nicolás M C

Jan 29, 2021

This is a grate course to gain valuable knowledge about photography

By Linda

Jul 3, 2020

Lovely course. Very interesting. I learned a lot about photography.

By Azrael J

May 19, 2020

I had a blast. Glad I could take this educational course with MoMa

By Valeria E D G

Apr 5, 2016

I loved this course. I love all MOMA courses. Thank you very much!

By Yenny p B B

Mar 10, 2016

ES excelente, me encanta, he aprendido demasiado, recomendado. :3

By Miguel S S

Sep 2, 2023

Sarah and Marvin in this course are incridible. Excellent course.

By Lia G

Jun 11, 2020

I really enjoyed this course it opened my eyes to what can be art

By Pablo F

Jun 5, 2020

Great course, would've been nice to get the certificate for free.

By Jes R

Nov 3, 2016

Very interesting notions and interviews on American photographers

By Rubén D R G

Jan 30, 2021

Muy buen curso, para ampliar mas tus conocimientos de fotografia

By Tony S

May 22, 2020

Extremely interesting course based on plenty of useful resources

By Suhela A

May 13, 2020

Enhanced my knowledge and opened the inner creativity within me!

By Andrés M M

Aug 22, 2017

Very interesting, I liked the contents and photographs presented

By Miguel G

Nov 19, 2016

It's perfect for introduce to historical art photogrphy. Thanks

By Wanda M

Jun 17, 2020

I really enjoyed this course. I wish it had been longer.

Thanks!

By Edward R

Sep 26, 2019

Great course, recommended to anyone interested in photography.

By Anca I B

Apr 22, 2019

Extremely interesting and a vast amount of valuable resources!