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Jeff Koons

Jeff Koons is one of the most successful and influential American artists of the 21st century. In his MasterClass, Jeff reveals the influences behind his most famous works and guides you through creating art that helps you communicate with the world.

1. Meet Your Instructor

Meet Your Instructor

Learn about the tradition of the readymade and how to turn an everyday object into something extraordinary.

2. Turn Everyday Objects Into Art

Turn Everyday Objects Into Art

From getting started with an idea to overcoming judgment, Jeff shares his advice for developing the confidence to follow your interests and create your work of art.

3. Approaching the Blank Canvas

Approaching the Blank Canvas

Jeff discusses how to use your personal iconography—the images, objects, and symbols that have meaning in your life—to communicate your point of view.

4. Personal Iconography

Personal Iconography

Jeff breaks down how he views a painting and explores his Gazing Ball series to illustrate the concept of the “beholder’s share”—that the narrative of a work of art is completed by the viewer.

5. Art History: A Dialogue Across Time

Art History: A Dialogue Across Time

Jeff explores a variety of the technological tools he uses to create some of his favorite pieces.

6. Art Innovation

Art Innovation

Jeff invites you into his stone-working facility, Antiquity Stone, to share his latest sculpture, the inspiration behind it, and the innovative technology that makes it possible.

7. Pink Ballerina: A Dialogue With the Eternal

Pink Ballerina: A Dialogue With the Eternal

Learn how the transformation of scale can change the meaning of an object or piece of art.

8. Size & Scale

Size & Scale

Learn how to use color as a tool for communicating with others.

9. The Power of Color

The Power of Color

Using the construction of his iconic Balloon Dog as an example, Jeff illustrates how form can contain meaning.

10. Form Case Study: Balloon Dog

Form Case Study: Balloon Dog

Learn how textures—physical or implied—can enhance the meaning of a work of art.

11. Texture & Materials

Texture & Materials

The venue in which your work is seen—whether in a gallery setting or as part of an exhibition—can contribute to the conversation you’re having with your audience.

12. Showing Your Art

Showing Your Art

Jeff reflects on his career and gives you advice on how to pursue an artistic life.

13. Life As an Artist

Life As an Artist

Jeff Koons Teaches Art and Creativity

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