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Artist as Alchemist: Leonora Carrington (Camden)AcademicAs a young person, artist Leonora Carrington suffered a series of traumatic events that led to estrangement from her family and time spent in an insane asylum. To cope, she turned away from Catholicism and embraced a sort of self-made magic to create the home and family of her dreams. Her incredible journey is expressed in wildly surreal paintings that give Salvador Dali a run for his money.Adult Enrichment Fall 2026 -
The Silent Surrealist: Rene Magritte (Camden)AcademicPull back the curtain and unravel the mysteries within the work of painter Rene Magritte! Magritte, a reserved and private man with a quick wit, used repeated motifs and puns frequently in his artwork. He also loved literature and wordplay, frequently adding literary elements to his paintings. Together we will learn how this playful artist with a dark sense of humor created his own brand of Surrealism.Adult Enrichment Fall 2026 -
Words & Language in Art (Camden)AcademicThis presentation offers a unique opportunity to explore the work of artists who don’t necessarily “play by the rules” when it comes to making and exhibiting their work. Many of the artworks featured in this class are found outside the traditional gallery space or are constructed with surprising mediums. This classes focuses on how words and language are used in the visual arts by exploring the work of artists Jenny Holzer and Barbara Kruger.Adult Enrichment Fall 2026