Arts   

Artists have always interpreted the human condition. How have artists depicted the concepts of health and sickness? What does Frieda Kahlo mean in “Sin Esperanza?” We’ll look at classic pieces of art and discuss what the artist is telling us about his or her interpretation of these human conditions.

Artists have always interpreted the human condition. How have artists depicted the concepts of health and sickness? What does Frieda Kahlo mean in “Sin Esperanza?” We’ll look at classic pieces of art and discuss what the artist is telling us about his or her interpretation of these human conditions.

Are you haunted by a painting or sculpture? In this workshop, we will learn about Ekphrastic poetry, and workshop our own poetry in response.

Our fabulous designers: Jeanne Lanvin, a fashion and fragrance designer known for her robe de style; Madeleine Vionnet known for her bias draped garments and working on the form; Mariano Fortuny created beautiful textiles and a secret pleating technique; Elsa Schiaparelli a friend of the Surrealists who used unique decorative applications.

Public relations is the only form of marketing where, when it’s done correctly, you aren’t aware of it. This invisible form of persuasion is everywhere, from food marketing to politics. Learn about Edward Bernays, the nephew of Sigmund Freud who is considered “The Father of Spin” for his genius (and notoriety) in crafting ways to manipulate public opinion. We’ll then review many historical and contemporary examples of how you are being influenced without knowing it.