Art & Design School & College Tours to Andalucia
Andalucia has a fantastic mix of historic heritage which has given the region an incredibly eclectic character. Groups will be amazed by the exceptional architecture of the Alhambra Palace in Granada, the Mezquita in Cordoba and the Alcazar in Seville. The region also has many Museums such as the Museo de Bellas Artes in Seville and Picasso’s museum in Malaga. With such a great cultural heritage, Andalucia is a great destination for an Art & Design school groups.
Art & Design Excursions
- Museo de Bellas Artes, Seville - Housed in the former Convento de la Merced, the museum holds works by Murillo and José de Ribera amongst others.
- Cathedral and La Giralda, Seville - The third biggest cathedral in the world.
- Albayzin, Granada - The city's old Muslim quarter.
- Judería, Córdoba - At the centre of the Jewish Quarter remains one of the only synagogues in Spain.
Curriculum Focus
- Opportunities to compare and contrast a range of artistic works in a number of galleries and museums in the city
- Provides ample opportunity to acquire general knowledge of historical, social and cultural contexts for paintings, sculpture and architecture
- Develop an understanding of the relationships between society and art within historical and other frameworks
- Learn some of the city’s history and culture that have provided the context for much of the artistic works
Student Outcomes
- Be able to see artistic works at close hand, often in their native environment
- Be able to compare and contrast different artistic styles and techniques
- Understand the historical and cultural context in which the artistic works were created
- Develop confidence in their ability to make critical judgements
- Learn about artistic techniques they can try out with their own work
