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John Seed – An Introduction to Art Writing (Online); Friday, July 10-31, 2026

Class Dates: Fridays, July 10-31, 2026
Class Times:
• 1:00 pm-2:30 pm Pacific Time
• 4:00 pm-5:30 pm Eastern Time
• 9:00 pm-10:30 pm UK Time

Join art writer John Seed, the author of “Disrupted Realism” for four sessions introducing the history and fundamentals of art criticism and art writing. Seed will offer students a critical framework and emphasize the potential for art criticism as a form of exploration balanced by judgement. He will also discuss the current state of art writing and the various types of publications and platforms that support it. Expect an encouraging atmosphere that combines online lectures with opportunities for discussion. There is no required work, but the instructor will be happy to suggest and read writing exercises for those who wish to do them.

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$225.00

John Seed is a Professor Emeritus at Mt. San Jacinto College who holds degrees in Studio Art from Stanford University and UC Berkeley. During his 35 year teaching career Seed also taught Theory and Criticism in the MFA program of Laguna College of Art and Design. A noted writer and independent curator Seed is the author of Disrupted Realism: Paintings for a Distracted World as well as numerous blogs and articles.

About This Online Class:

  • This class is taught live via Zoom. To take this class, you need a microphone and camera enabled computer OR an iPad /smart tablet OR a smart phone (android or IOS) and a strong internet connection.
  • You will have access to a private class message board on our website where you can share work, comment and ask questions. (Exact use of the message board, critique of student work and general class format is at the discretion of the instructor, please check course description for details.)
  • Class will be recorded and recordings expire one year after the final day of the course.
  • Participants will receive an email with the Zoom link and class details 5-7 days before the class starts (don’t forget to check your junk folder). Zoom link will also be posted in the class message board. Check your confirmation email for a message board link or visit your Online Classrooms to find all your active classes.

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