A Reading and Discussion Group for Art Lovers: The Work of Alphonse Mucha
Join the Art Reading Group meeting to discuss the work of Czech painter and decorative artist Alp[honse Mucha (1860-1939). We will explore his artistry over different periods of his life, with emphasis on his revolutionary contributions to graphic design and the enduring influence of his distinctive style.
Provided below are several resources for pleasurable reading and viewing, including a lively discussion of Mucha's posters, an article from Smithsonian Magazine on Mucha's design for Czech money, and a link to the Mucha Foundation, which has a wealth of information on the artist.
Mucha Foundation: https://www.muchafoundation.org/en
Poster Discussion YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEYfdrPtuOA
Smithsonian Article: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/how-alphonse-mucha-designed-the-nation-state-of-czechoslovakia-29187905/
If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Beth Rabinovich at:
Location: Davis Library, 6400 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda 20817