The Mexican painter Frida Kahlo (1907–1954) is considered to be one of the great artists of the 20th century. The lectures will look at her life, work and times. Kahlo often plagued by ill health, lived the intervening years of her life to the full. She celebrated her vibrant Mexican heritage in her paintings and her life; in haunting self-portraits, exploring her dreams, fears and desires. A keen collector of Mexican folk art, she was often flamboyantly dressed in Mexican garments. She sold very few paintings during her lifetime but today she has cult status. Her 'look' inspires countless fashion designers. The Study Day will coincide with a major Tate exhibition of her paintings, but the day will also feature photographs and memorabilia from her archives; as well as work by her contemporaries and by artists she inspired from later generations.
How to book this event:
Time: 10.30 for 10.45am – 3.30 pm
Cost: £38
Contact by email: shahida0450@yahoo.com
Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/frida-kahlo-painting-politics-and-patriotism-tickets-1976396507156?aff=oddtdtcreator
THE ARTS SOCIETY ACCREDITED LECTURER
Ms Chloe Sayer
Freelance specialist in the art and culture of Latin America. Has lectured in the UK, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Australia and New Zealand. Has curated exhibitions, and assisted on TV documentaries for BBC and Channel 4. Has made collections in Mexico and Belize for the British Museum, and is Research Associate in the Department of World Cultures at the Royal Ontario Museum. In 2016 she was awarded the prestigious Ohtli medal by the Mexican government for her long-standing commitment to Mexican culture. Her many publications include Mexican Textiles (British Museum Press, 1990), Arts and Crafts of Mexico (Thames & Hudson, 1990), Focus on Aztecs and Incas (Watts Books, 1995), The Incas - The Ancient World (Wayland, 1998), Textiles from Mexico (British Museum Press, 2002), and Mexico: Clothing and Culture (Royal Ontario Museum, 2015). Has also published articles in travel guides, newspapers and magazines.
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