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Learner Reviews & Feedback for In the Studio: Postwar Abstract Painting by The Museum of Modern Art

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About the Course

Step inside New York City artist studios in the years following War II to discover the intentionality behind abstract painting. This course offers an immersive, hands-on exploration of approaches that defined painting of that era. By deconstructing the materials and processes of artists Jackson Pollock, Yayoi Kusama, Mark Rothko, and others you will move into the mindset of the maker. Through a unique combination of studio demonstrations of artist’s techniques and behind-the-scenes look at paintings in The Museum of Modern Art’s world-class collection, you will develop a sophisticated studio practice. You’ll also gain a transferable set of skills centered on how ideas evolve through close observation and creative problem solving. Whether you are a student of fine art, a professional looking to unlock new modes of thinking, or a lifelong learner curious about painting, this course provides the intellectual and technical toolkit to transform a blank canvas into a powerful vehicle for expression....

Top reviews

KG

Apr 16, 2019

I have thoroughly enjoyed doing this course. It has proved useful in boosting my confidence in studying, as well as providing me with inspiration for my own work, both in painting and ceramics.

AA

Oct 3, 2019

Well-designed course; interesting material, including optional readings. The studio demonstrations and accompanying exercises were very helpful to my own art work. Excellent overall; thank you.

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By Jeffrey S

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Jan 18, 2020

Excellent and informative course. One of the best art courses on Coursera.

By Joyce Z

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Jul 15, 2017

The content is very rich and I benefit from it a lot! Highly recommend it!

By stephanie “ r r

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Sep 20, 2025

i’m glad to studied this curse, i learn and i’ll apply all the techniques

By C S

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Apr 21, 2021

This was a very informative, challenging and enjoyable course. Thank you.

By Alaa H

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Nov 3, 2022

The best art course ever! Very inspiring and educational. Thanks a lot.

By Radwa A

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Aug 16, 2020

i'm sure this is the best course ever i have taken.. thank u soo much.

By Charles X

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Oct 23, 2017

Great experience with to course. I started like AbEx after the course.

By Khairiyyah S

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Jun 12, 2020

I really love this course. Very good for a rookie 'artist' like me :)

By Paul H

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Dec 14, 2019

Great course with lots of technical and practical history and advice!

By carolina t

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Feb 27, 2018

me gusta mucho este curso lastima que no posee traduccion al español

By Fernando P

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Nov 14, 2017

Excellent. Allows us a greater understanding of the New York School.

By Ivona H

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Nov 7, 2017

It's an amazing course with the teacher who is experienced and cool!

By Steve R

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Jul 14, 2017

Enjoyed the Course. Picked up some new techniques for my art works

By Renee R

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May 28, 2020

Excellent course, excellent teacher. Worth every moment of my time.

By Silvana B

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Jun 1, 2020

Es un curso muy bien diseñado, didactico y super completo. GRACIAS

By Bill P

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Aug 28, 2018

An amazingly in depth course. I learned far more than anticipated.

By Kostiantyn V

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Mar 23, 2017

Perfect course! All topics are revealed in great detail and clear!

By J-Man

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Mar 25, 2019

Fantastic DIY examples and a great look at several famous pieces.

By Rubi H O L

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Apr 23, 2025

Buen curso, te da perspectiva del arte abstracto. ¡Lo disfruté!

By Augustin F

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May 27, 2024

Brilliant course, kudos and thank you to the amazing professor!

By Ricardo P

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Mar 28, 2024

Excellent course covering a broad spectrum in abstract painting

By Manolis Z

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Sep 17, 2023

...Excellent course, very very informative, i really liced it!

By Marius G

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Nov 9, 2020

Great insights and very comprehensible lectures. Thanks, MOMA!