The birth of Modernism in Brazil
In the early 20th century a new modern art was emerging in Brazil. After the turn of the 20th century and within a decade, Brazilian artists were adjusting to contemporary trends along with influences from abroad and their own artistic traditions. This lead to the creation a new type of modern art, one which was informed by the landscapes, cultures and identities of Brazil.
With this new style day to day life in Brazil was seen in a new refreshing and modern way. It built upon and used the Afro-Brazilian and indigenous identities present in the country to draw their influences. Though influenced by external climates, this was a movement looking inward as well.
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THE ARTS SOCIETY ACCREDITED LECTURER

Mrs Cindy Polemis
Cindy Polemis is an art historian, independent lecturer and art guide. She has a BA in Modern History from Oxford University and as a mature student she went back to university to study first for a BA and then for a Masters in History of Art at Birkbeck College, London University. Before that she spent many years as a radio producer and presenter for the BBC World Service working in news and current affairs. Since 2016 Cindy has worked as an official art guide at Tate Britain and Tate Modern. She has also been a trustee at the Museum of the Home, formerly the Geffrye Museum. Cindy has accumulated a wide range of art historical knowledge ranging from 18th European and British art to the contemporary international art scene. She has been an official guide for both Frieze Masters and Frieze Art Fairs in London. She is particularly keen to draw parallels with art and social history and her lectures are accessible and engaging, drawing out the stories of art and artists which are steeped in human emotions and experiences which we all share.
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