In this four-week Art History discussion, participants will learn about a variety of important art movements that shaped the art world during the 20th Century. Each class will focus on a specific art movement, looking at artists and artworks from the Fauvist, Dada, Surreal, and Pop Art Movements. This is a discussion-based class, and all are encouraged to partake in thoughtful and respectful conversation. All are invited to join this course. No supplies are needed, but students are welcome to take notes and make sketches of class material.

Samantha Van Heest (b. 1998) is an artist and art educator currently residing in the greater Washington DC area. She has exhibited her work across the United States and in France. Her debut solo exhibition, DEEP/CLEAN, opened February 2023 at HOMME Gallery in Washington, DC. Samantha has been included in various group shows at UMBRELLA Art Fair, Washington DC; Latela Curatorial, Washington DC; McNeese State University, Lake Charles, LA; among others. She was featured in New American Paintings South #148 and has worked for the contemporary painter Amy Sherald. She teaches art in the Greater Washington DC area with a focus in drawing, painting, and portfolio development. Van Heest earned a BA in Studio Art from the University of Mary Washington in 2020.