Art Appreciation

Embark on a journey into the world of art with our Art Appreciation Midweek. Join Karla Sanchez for an insightful tour of our Wonderful Art Collection. Immerse yourself in the enchanting narratives from renowned artist Neil Shawcross as he showcases his works and shares the inspiration behind his celebrated pieces.

KARLA SANCHEZ

Mexican-born Karla O’Connell is the chairwoman of the Wexford arts centre. The Wexford-based art historian has studied and worked in both her native Mexico and in the United States. She has worked in various roles, including art curator and teacher of art history.

Co-director of Blackbird Cultur-lab (creative cultural laboratory based within a working farm engaging in regenerative agriculture practices), Karla Sánchez,  has worked as a curator, teacher, program officer, strategic planner, and artistic advisor. After studying an MA in Art History & Museum Studies (Texas Christian University) supported by a Fulbright grant, she did internships and worked at various museums both in Mexico and the USA (Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, the Art Institute of Chicago, Antiguo Colegio de San Ildefonso). Since her arrival in Ireland in 2004, she has been actively involved in the arts. She is interested in the environment, art education, the role of art in contemporary society, interdisciplinary collaborative practices, and existentialism.

Monday 11.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.

KATHARINE CROZIER

Katharine who was formerly Head of Winchester School of Art, Dean of the Faculty of Arts of Southampton University.  She is a Freelance Consultant and continues to write on art education and history.  Katharine is wife of the late William Crozier, one of Ireland’s most distinguished artists.  Join Katharine as she talks about her husband’s great work and his love for painting which is admired by so many around the world.

Wednesday & Thursday 11.00 – 1.00 pm

 

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