With over One hundred slides we feature the works of Claude Monet, George Seurat, Vincent van Gogh, Edouard Manet, Frédéric Bazille, Gustave Caillebotte, Camille Pissarro, Auguste Renoir, Mary Cassatt, Berthe Morisot, Alfred Sisley, Edgar Degas, and Paul Cézanne.
Each artists have a minimum of four paintings that you will see while we tell you, their story. We will answer questions such as how the artists rebelled against the establishment, how they embraced new technologies, how they overcame cultural norms, how they were successful, and how they managed their failures.
With our stories we will weave for you art history, historical facts, society cultural norms, and modern ideas. You will see why this dynamic art period is such a beloved visual eye candy break. And, at the end you will surprisingly have learned more about Impressionism, post-impressionism, pointillism and the neo-impressionism artists.
Requirements
The tour is conducted through Zoom.
How to Join
Once you have registered for the tour you will be sent a separate email with your Zoom link on the morning of your tour. If you do not see your Zoom link one hour before the start of the tour, please contact the organizer.
Legal Disclosure
The tour is not recorded due to copyright laws.
Meet Your Tour Guide | Stephen Mead
Stephen has led a life and career rooted in understanding, sharing, and teaching others about the arts. He spent many years in London as a lead tour guide at the Victoria and Albert Museum. He was also a speaker for the National Arts Collection Fund and an educator at a myriad of educational institutions throughout Britain. Since moving to the Washington D.C. area six years ago, Stephen has spent countless hours leading locals and visitors alike through our many monuments and the capital’s museums. Above all else, Stephen is a master storyteller who weaves together the threads of history and art to engage and delight his audiences.