While cell phones have turned the art of portraying into an obsession, the idea of capturing a person’s likeness and using compelling perspective, including reflections, has a long tradition in art. The mirror in particular has always been of great interest to artists, visually and symbolically, especially with photographers who've embraced the theme in a fresh manner. It's time to explore the theme of reflection throughout some of New York's most coveted art institutions.

Join New York Adventure Club as we take a deep dive into the art of reflections, one of art history’s most persistent themes that showcases a variety of styles and explores questions in the topics of identity, vanity, and memory.

Led by Sylvia Laudien-Meo — art historian, museum educator, and NYC tour guide — this virtual journey to major art collections around New York City will include:

• An overview of reflections as a theme in the fine arts and why artists embark on this unusual style
• A selection of artworks from the MET, including Petrus Christus’ Goldsmith in his Shop and George de la Tour’s The Penitent
• A look at pieces at the Frick Collection, such as Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres’ Comptesse d’Haussonville
• An exploration of masterworks at the Guggenheim Museum like Manet’s Before the Mirror
• Picasso’s Girl Before a Mirror, Frida Kahlo, Nan Goldin, and Cindy Sherman at MoMA

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Sylvia — any and all questions about the art of reflections 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.

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"Brilliant, knowledgeable instructor with a completely original approach." -Elizabeth

"Exposed to paintings I didn't know and information re: where they exists." -Barbara

"I never thought about the "reflections" would be an interesting observation." -Joel

"Seeing art and hearing details from a knowledgeable speaker." -Ann

"Silvia! And very interesting topic too and how she put it together." -Noelle

"The presenters many detailed observations about the paintings and photos shown." -Phyllis

"Sylvia's webinars are always a pleasure because of her very thorough research and enthusiasm for her varied topics. Although there were some technical issues, she nevertheless carried on!" -Sandra

"I love the presenter's enthusiasm, breadth of knowledge." -Clara

"Lots of different paintings displayed - and close up of details helped immensely." -Maureen

"Interesting subject. Very captivating ! Worth registering for! Thanks!" -Louise

"Great topic great presenter." -Jan

"Great comparisons of art." -Deborah

"Sylvia's insights are always so interesting, seeing the comparisons she created, the theme of "reflections"." -Claudia

"Very interesting & lots of great slides." -Ellen

"The comparison between ancient and more contemporary art works." -Patricia

"Excellent, knowledgeable presenter. Highly informative. Would be interested in attending more lectures by this presenter." -Lucy

"The subject is fascinating and the content was very good!" -Stephanie

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