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.
December's Lecture - Virgins and Venuses: Revisiting Feminine Icons
For centuries, artists have used feminine icons - from Venus to the Virgin Mary - to reinforce ideals of sexuality, beauty, and motherhood. This lecture considers female artists who revisited these icons to reveal the underlying messages of traditional images and reclaim those saints and goddesses for contemporary women.
Image Credit: Lopez, Yolanda. www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/newsletter/2002-04-02/essential-arts-yolanda-lopez-portrait-of-the-artist-mcasd-essential-arts