About the Program: Dr. Meredith Shimizu, Professor of Art History at Whitworth University, transports us across time and space in this lively lecture series at the MAC. These lectures delve into the significance of various art movements, key artists, and provide an understanding of the art's impact on society and history. Only one hour long, they are great for art enthusiasts, students, and life-long learners to deepen your appreciation and knowledge of art. Find out more about Dr. Shimizu, including past lecture topics, here.
This series we will look at Art and Feminism. While you're here check out our exhibition Woman, Artist, Catalyst: Art from the Permanent Collection on display from June 22, 2024 - March 9, 2025.
November's Lecture - Movies and Doll Houses: The Construction of the Feminine
In the 1970s, feminists noted that childhood toys, advertisements, and movies all prompted women to adopt specific roles in society. This lecture highlights female artists who used photography and everyday objects to expose just how popular culture constructs and reinforces social expectations for women.
Image Credit: Simmons, Laurie. Blond/Red Dress/ Kitchen, from the series Interiors, 1978. https://www.moma.org/collections/works/55981