Dr. Kelsey Haskett
Dr. Kelsey Haskett obtained her M.A. and PhD at Laval University in French Literature. After teaching French for three years at St. Stephen’s University in New Brunswick., she was hired by Trinity Western University in Langley, BC, to develop their French program. This meant developing and teaching courses in language, literature, and culture, including French Civilization. During her summers, for many years, she also taught French Civilization at an institute in Normandy, France. She particularly loved incorporating art history into the teaching of the culture and history of each period that she covered. She was also very passionate about visiting art museums and exhibits in Normandy, Paris, throughout France, and at times in other European countries. Dr. Haskett retired at the end of 2019 and lives in Langley. She enjoys travelling, reading, writing, and teaching when she is invited to do so.
Dr. Haskett’s Class:
Art as a Reflection of Society: A Brief Introduction to Four Major Art Movements
This study focuses largely on the ways in which art reflects the other dimensions of society, and how one movement leads to another. The course covers four major European art movements, from the 17th to the 20th century: Classicism, Romanticism, Realism, and Modernism. It reveals the main characteristics of each movement, while contrasting it with the previous and following movements. It provides insight into the intellectual, political, and cultural tendencies of society which both reflect and propel each movement. A brief overview of the major artists of each period will also bring to light the essential traits of the movements being considered.