I’m in the midst of writing and producing a lecture on Vincent van Gogh that will debut at the Winter Garden Art Association in Winter Garden, FL this September. “The Legacy of Vincent van Gogh” will discuss not only his biography and artwork, but also how we in the 21st century are reevaluating our perception […]
Read more "Loving Vincent"A year ago today I visited the Worcester Art Museum in Worcester, Mass. We were in town that weekend for a concert and whenever I visit a new city, I always seek out their art institutions. I was pleasantly surprised when I discovered this incredible gem and I strongly urge anyone in the area (or […]
Read more "Worcester Art Museum"My deepest gratitude goes out to the team at Ten Thousand Villages in Winter Park, FL for including me in the super fun and insightful FAIRly Modern event on Thursday night. After discussing the legacy of Modern Artists and their connections to world cultures, we noshed on “ART-ppetizers” and sipped some wine. The real fun […]
Read more "Harmony and Humanity"I am so pleased to partner with Ten Thousand Villages in Winter Park, FL. This nonprofit fair trade store strives to sustain artisans around the world and draws attention to their daily lives. Tomorrow night we are hosting an ART PARTY called “FAIRly Modern” to benefit Ten Thousand Villages in Winter Park and the exceptional […]
Read more "“Art is an Adventure”"Tonight is my last lecture on Frida Kahlo for the summer and it has been a fantastic and emotional journey to say the least. In honor of tonight’s presentation, I am sharing this picture I took of my pup dressed as Frida. Why? Because when you’re an art historian researching Frida Kahlo and your beagle […]
Read more "Meet “Chipper Kahlo”"Modern Art was a direct response to the chaos that had been building throughout the prior century. The world was getting smaller because transportation was getting better and easier. People were being exposed to new cultures and new art forms from the deepest parts of Africa and Asia. After back-to-back world wars, artists struggled with […]
Read more "FAIRly Modern at Ten Thousand Villages"The last opportunity to catch my Frida Kahlo lecture series in Mount Dora, FL is Tuesday, June 27th at 6:30pm. Presented by Modernism Museum Mount Dora, the lecture is presented as a “Dine and Learn” and is hosted by 1921 by Norman Van Aken. Tickets are $30 each and include the lecture and a three-course […]
Read more "Frida Kahlo Meets Lady Gaga"Lately I’ve found that I need a place to showcase all my creative adventures and a place where you, generous reader and fellow art lover, can check in and see what I’ve gotten myself into this time. I’m giving blogging a shot and I hope you will, too! This blog will be the place to […]
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The Wandering Art Historian 