Art: Up Close brings works of art by historically significant artists into contemporary arts spaces. On July 30th and 31st, an original painting by American Impressionist Theodore Robinson (1852 – 1896) will be on display in the Crooked Tree Arts Center galleries for one day only. Art Martin, Director of Collections & Exhibitions/Senior Curator at the Muskegon Museum of Art, will give a talk about the historical significance of the work. About the Artist Theodore Robinson was born in Irasburg, Vermont (1852). After studying briefly in Chicago, Robinson attended classes at the National Academy of Design and the Art Students League in New York City before furthering his studies in France. Robinson met Monet in Giverny, France, and the two artists became close friends. Robinson is recognized as a key figure in bringing Impressionism to artists in America. On Display: July 30 from 4:00-7:00 PM and July 31 from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Curator Talk: July 31 at 10:00 AM image credit: Theodore Robinson (1852-1896), "The Bridge Near Giverny," oil on canvas, ca. 1888-92, 18 x 22 in
courtesy the Collection of the Muskegon Museum of Art, Hackley Picture Fund Purchase
references: https://www.cmonetgallery.com/theodore-robinson.aspx
