In this informative workshop, students will learn and discuss the ways these paintings were made, the color and palettes used in them and their use in contemporary painting. Each of four two hour presentations on Zoom will include the historical and social context of each movement, background on the great painters of each approach, their methods and color palettes, a demo video of each method made by Al, and Q & A discussion. Examples of the great works of these periods will be presented and discussed. Not a hands-on workshop, this visual and interactive presentation provide a stimulating reference for decisions about your personal painting approaches as well as providing enrichment and background about art history and painting methods.This workshop is open to artists, students and interested persons of all art experience.