PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library is pleased to host Dr. Michael Norris, Metropolitan Museum Educator, as he presents four lectures on Impressionism. The lectures are part of the ongoing Live Well Age Smart series and will be held on Fridays, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on October 7, 14, 21, 28.
Dr. Norris received his PhDin Art History from the University of California and his Armchair Art Tours have been highly received in numerous venues.
The lectures will cover Impressionism’s origin in France, its fascination with water and Paris, and its influence on American collectors and artists. Impressionism, a 19th-century artistic style that sought to capture a single moment of life in paint, has captured the enduring interest of both art enthusiasts and the general public. Dr. Norris explains, “Impressionism appeals to a lot of people because the strong colors and broad brush strokes give a sense of brightness and movement. The viewer instinctively knows that he/she doesn’t need an art history degree to appreciate a picture–Impressionist images do not preach or tell a story, they just capture a moment of daily life.”
You are invited to attend these informative, entertaining lectures by preregistering by clicking here or by calling (973) 887-5150 ext. 209.
