Decoding Astrology in Art
From medieval cathedrals to contemporary canvases, artists have long turned to the night sky as a way of exploring time, spirituality and what it means to be human.
Join artist and art historian Ferren Gipson for an online talk on how astrological imagery and symbolism have shaped Western art, from Botticelli to Andy Warhol. Drawing on her new book, Astrology in Art, Ferren will guide you through some of the most intriguing works in this visual history, decoding the symbols that weave together astronomy, astrology and mythology.
In this talk, you’ll:
Discover how artists across the centuries have used celestial symbolism in their work
See examples of how to read the astrological symbolism in works ranging from Renaissance masterpieces to modern print media
See how astrology, astronomy and mythology overlap in art, and why those connections matter
No knowledge of astrology or art history is needed, just curiosity. Let’s look to the stars and see what they reveal about art!