ARTSY TALKS WITH CJE
Every Thursday at 10 am
Join us for a fun and engaging art-based program to explore ideas and spark dialogue!
Artsy Talks offers older adults a unique opportunity to engage and socialize live on Zoom. Facilitated by Meredith Schroeder, this program presents a variety of discussion topics centered around works of art. Participants will enjoy several interactive sessions designed to inspire creativity, foster social connections, and encourage collaboration through the art-making process.
All members of your household are welcome to join in and contribute to the conversation and interaction!
Artsy Talks, April 17—Artist Spotlight: Elisabeth Vigee Le Brun. Step into the dazzling world of France’s most celebrated woman artist, where royal intrigue meets artistic genius. At just fifteen, Elisabeth Vigée Le Brun was painting nobility. By her twenties, she had captured Marie Antoinette’s essence in over thirty portraits, becoming the queen’s most trusted artistic confidante.
Artsy Talks, April 24—Museum Highlight: The Whitney Museum. Join us for an enchanting exploration of the Whitney Museum’s most compelling artworks. We will learn a little history about this iconic museum as well as view some highlights from the collection.
Artsy Talks, May 1—The Secret Life of Painted Gardens. Step into a world where brushstrokes bloom. Join us for a captivating art discussion as we explore how artists have immortalized the beauty of gardens across the centuries — from lush landscapes to intimate floral studies.
Artsy Talks, May 8—Motherhood. Join us for an intimate exploration of how artists through the ages have portrayed the profound, tender, and complex bonds between mothers and children. Discover heartfelt tributes, timeless portrayals, and powerful interpretations that celebrate and reflect on the many facets of motherhood in art.
Artsy Talks, May 15—Artist Spotlight: Adélaïde Labille-Guiard. Step into the vibrant world of 18th-century French art as we celebrate the life and work of Adélaïde Labille-Guiard—one of the first women admitted to the prestigious Royal Academy. Through a curated presentation of her career-spanning works, we’ll explore the refined artistry and powerful presence of her portraits, which earned her acclaim from both French royalty and revolutionary figures.
Artsy Talks, May 22—The Artwork of Celebration. From lavish feasts to lively festivals, artists across cultures and centuries have captured the spirit of celebration in all its forms. Join us for a vibrant visual journey and discussion exploring how art has preserved humanity’s most joyful and meaningful moments.
No program on May 29, as Meredith will be taking a well deserved break.
