Art Appreciation: The Impressionists with Carolyn DiFiori Hopkins, MFA
Thu, Oct 23
|Arlene's Artist Materials
Discover how the Impressionists shattered tradition and painted modern life with light, color, and courage—join Carolyn for a lecture that brings their brilliance to life.
Time & Location
Oct 23, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Arlene's Artist Materials, 57 Fuller Rd, Albany, NY 12205, USA
About the event
Step into the world of the Impressionists with Carolyn as your guide. This engaging lecture explores the revolutionary techniques, tools, and ideas that shaped a movement. Discover how artists like Cézanne, Matisse, Mary Cassatt, and Berthe Morisot broke with tradition to capture light, color, and modern life in daring new ways. Perfect for artists and art lovers alike, this session blends art history with practical insight into the materials and methods of these groundbreaking painters. No supplies needed- just bring something if you wish to take notes. You will also be given an opportunity to shop in the store with Carolyn for books, tools, and materials inspired by the lecture.
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