Art Made Simple

Learn about art online in an engaging and effective way – and navigate the art world with confidence

Art Doesn't Have to Be Difficult

Whether you want to get more out of museum visits, build confidence in discussing art, create a space for inspiration and reflection in a busy life, or finally gain a clearer understanding of the history of art, The Art Trotter is designed to make learning accessible, engaging and rewarding.

Through our online educational programmes and courses we help you move beyond fragmented information and discover the stories, ideas and context that make art more meaningful and rewarding.

For those wishing to go further, we occasionally host exclusive live experiences, from Collector Days and private gallery visits to curated art trips and seminars, bringing learning beyond the screen and into the real world.

Easy to Follow

Our online courses break complex ideas into simple, engaging and intuitive learning. Through videos, quizzes and inspiring exercises, you build a solid understanding of art without academic jargon or prior knowledge.

Ask Anything

Art can feel intimidating. We create a supportive learning environment where every question is welcome, helping you develop the confidence and tools to talk about art, visit exhibitions and make sense of what you see.

Finding Meaning in Art

Art becomes far more rewarding when you know the stories behind it. Our courses help you gain perspective, discover new ideas and make museum visits, travels and everyday art encounters more meaningful and rewarding.

Start with Free Introduction Lessons

Sign up for our free introductory lessons on modern art. Here you will discover the timeline and several ideas and innovations that transformed the art in the 19th and 20th centuries.

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Join The Complete Course – Modern Art Made Simple

Join our signature 6-week online course and learn everything you need to know about modern and contemporary art, from Impressionism to today.

This comprehensive course takes you through the major movements, artists, artworks and ideas that shaped modern and contemporary art.

You will explore everything from painting and sculpture to performance and installation, while gaining a clear understanding of movements such as Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Surrealism, Abstraction, Minimalism and Pop Art.

Designed for curious art lovers and collectors, the course combines engaging video lessons, inspiring exercises and quizzes that make learning enjoyable, intuitive and effective.

Along the way, you will train your eye, develop your artistic taste, and gain the tools and confidence to explore, discuss and enjoy art.

Includes three bonus courses:
• Modern Architecture (1 week)
• Art Collecting (1 week)
• The Art Market (1 week)

Online • Self-paced • 6+3 Weeks • 1 year access • Suitable for Beginners and Advanced Learners • Start any time

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Marit H. Endresen

Wow – The Art Trotter has opened the door to the vast and fascinating world of art for me. What started as a desire to better understand art has grown into a much deeper appreciation of artists, movements and ideas.

Today, I visit exhibitions with greater confidence, understand the conversations around art and feel able to form my own opinions. My knowledge has increased tremendously, and the insights I have gained extend far beyond the art world.

Every penny was worth it.

Learn about Art through Movies – get our Art Movie Guide

Discover our handpicked selection of films (and where to watch them) about artists, art history and the art world. From inspiring biographies to fascinating documentaries, this guide offers an entertaining way to deepen your understanding of the world of art.

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Join More than 30,000 art lovers who have learned with The Art Trotter

Cecilie Lynum

I no longer see art in terms of "good" or "bad." The course has transformed the way I experience art and given me the vocabulary and confidence to engage with it on a much deeper level.

Sari Høgfeldt

I would highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to better understand contemporary art.

It is an engaging and accessible way to learn about the artists, ideas and movements that shape the art world today. The course makes contemporary art easier to understand and has helped me become a more knowledgeable and confident art lover.

Jorunn Lien

The Art Trotter gave me truly enriching experience! I have been interested in art for many years, but this course helped me understand and appreciate it on a much deeper level. Today, I genuinely enjoy art in a way I never did before.

The course is engaging, exceptionally well designed and worth every penny. Now I am looking forward to sharing some of the exercises with the younger generation in my family.

Mari-Lise Landsverk

I am incredibly glad that I took the course on modern and contemporary art.

Art has become a meaningful source of inspiration and enjoyment in my everyday life. It has made travel, museum visits and cultural experiences far more rewarding, and there is always something new to discover.

Thank you for sharing your knowledge so generously and helping so many people discover the joy of art.

Helga Opsett

This course has given me a deeper understanding of art and insights I would not have discovered on my own.

I learned so much about why certain artworks provoke debate and how art reflects the ideas, values and challenges of the time in which it was created.

Learn More. See More. Enjoy More.

Understanding art is about more than recognising names and movements. It is about seeing more, asking better questions and discovering new perspectives. Through The Art Trotter, art becomes a lifelong source of inspiration, learning and enjoyment.

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