'The Art and Legacy of Ukrainian Artists: Pioneers of Modernity' Webinar

Tickets: $18.88 ( incl. $3.88 fees ) (includes access to the full replay for one week)

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https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1981202667511

A portion of this event's proceeds will be donated to the Ukrainian Cultural Center of New Jersey, which sends humanitarian aid to Ukraine.

At the beginning of the 20th century, a collection of Ukrainian-born artist became known throughout the art world as pioneers of Modernity as they revolutionized art by utilizing new materials and expressing themselves on the changing world through a visual language. While the artists of choice made their career outside their native Ukraine — mostly in international art centers like Paris and New York — how did color, movement, space, and poetry connect them all? It's time to explore the art and legacy of a selection of Ukrainian artists who crafted a universal modern style.

Join New York Adventure Club as we uncover six Ukrainian born artists who revolutionized Modern Western art of the 20th century by finding innovative abstract ways of expression in painting and sculpture.

Led by Sylvia Laudien-Meo — art historian, museum educator, and NYC tour guide — this art-centric virtual journey will feature:

• Sonia Delaunay — who developed a new style called Orphism along with her husband Robert — focused on light, color, and movement (though she also worked with fabric and fashion)
• Vladimir Baranoff Rossiné, who created the first major Cubist sculpture made from found materials
• Alexander Archipenko, whose elegant abstract figures explore three-dimensional space and movement
• Chaim Gross, who made Greenwich Village in NYC his home, focused on the theme of family and acrobats
• Ben Zion, a powerful poet writing in modern Hebrew who created contemporary paintings infused with the poetry of the Bible
• Louise Nevelson, who created abstract works made from found wood that touched on themes including spirituality and monumentality

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Sylvia — any and all questions about these Ukrainian artists are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week.
See you there, virtually!

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About Sylvia
Sylvia Laudien-Meo is a freelance Art Historian who works in and around the city in various capacities, specializing on Modern and Contemporary art, with a strong focus on Public Art. She teaches art history at Fairleigh Dickinson University and has been working as a museum educator at MoMA, the Guggenheim and the Jewish Museum for over many years, engaging visitors in conversation based, interactive art experiences of permanent collections and changing exhibitions.
For the Municipal Art Society, UFT, Brandeis Univ., and private clients, she has been touring the city for over 20 years, exploring art and architecture, parks, neighborhoods and history. Working in various different capacities gives her a unique opportunity to make intriguing connections and weave together the complex perspectives that make out the tapestry of our fascinating city.
SLM holds a Masters Degree in Art History (with minors in History and American Studies) from the Joh. Gutenberg University in Mainz, Germany, as well as a Tourism degree from the EST in Paris France.

Testimonials
" Excellent presentation! Very knowledgeable presenter" -Renata
" Great topic, great cause. It was interesting to look at artists that started in Ukraine but spread throughout the world and what similarities and differences they carried with them." -Jessica
" I was introduced to artists and their works that I never experienced before. The presentation was just wonderful." -Laura
" Always enjoy Sylvia’s programs. Very knowledgeable and she gives wonderful examples of her subjects work." -Pamela
" I so enjoy and appreciate anything that Sylvia does. I know very little about but Sylvia makes it so understandable, at least is understandable as any other person can when one is not an artist like myself. I know nothing about Ukrainian art. I had no idea how prolific and creative these artists she featured were." -Sharon
" 2nd lecture I have attended with this presenter. Looking forward to more." -Lucy
" Learning about artists I was unfamiliar with until this presentation." -Catherine
" The speaker's enthusiasm and that she showed lots of images" -Kristan
" So informative! A lot to learn. I made a lot of connections between what I had seen before and what I saw today for the first time." -Aya
" Well Sylvia is one of my top favorite teachers w NYAC. She makes every topic exciting" -Jan
" I especially enjoy Sylvia, she is knowledgeable and provides wonderful content. I am of Belarusian descent and am most interested in Eastern European Culture. Also, I pray for and support the Ukrainian people and wanted to learn about their contributions to the world through art…" -Donna
" The presenter was passionate about the topic and there was a wide variety of art presented with engaging slides." -Iris
" A chance to see great art, curated by a wonderful and knowledgeable host, Sylvia Laudien Meo. I know after each webinar, I would be so stimulated and inspired, I end up crying. It never fails. I have attended a lot of her webinars and I cry out of happiness learning so much more. I learn so much after each webinar. I appreciate hearing how artists are transformed and how they evolve. I also appreciate that the proceeds will be used for humanitarian aid to the Ukraine." -Carol
"I enjoyed learning about Ukrainian art and really appreciated the knowledge of the presenter. She seemed happy to respond to questions. I actually don’t like modern art very much, but I really enjoyed the Ukrainian art with the bright colors." -Julie

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