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WCG Private Practice Seminar

WCG

Lauren’s research interests include studying the effects of adhesives on cultural materials, diagnostic imaging, and exploring cross-disciplinary adaptive treatment techniques for ephemeral technological materials. Julia Brennan Principal, Caring for Textiles Julia M. Anna holds an M.A.

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Comparing Dynasties: Tang vs. Song Dynasty Art 

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Spanning more than 6 centuries together, this dynastic duo brought to light the brilliance of new modes and materials that set Chinese art on course for its brilliance today. Painting Painting also achieved new heights in the Tang Dynasty. Calligraphy Chinese Painting of Training Beast, Signed by Yan Liben.

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Constructivism: The Intersection of Art and Industry in the Avant-Garde Movement

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Sold for £45,000 via Sotheby’s (November 2017) Founded in 1915 by Vladimir Tatlin and Alexander Rodchenko , Constructivism’s vision was to produce artworks and buildings using modern materials and designs that would awaken the working class to imperialist divisions and inequalities. Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

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Ming vs Qing Dynasty Art and Antiques

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The exceptionally varied artistic production of this golden age of Chinese culture, from ceramics to painting and calligraphy can be separated between the two dynasties that share distinct characteristics and artistic achievements that evolved Chinese cultural heritage. Emperor Yongle of the Ming Dynasty (r.1402–1424)

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Textile Art & Racial Identity

MIR Appraisal

Textile has been a rich and important cultural tradition with a long history throughout different regions and peoples of Africa, with many distinctive styles and techniques. The fabrication of textiles by African Americans, particularly quiltmaking, is inexplicably tied with slavery. Beadwork is common in Eastern and Southern Africa.

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American Folk Art: Celebrating the Creativity and Craftsmanship of Everyday Artisans 

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From self-taught artists to delightful wood carvings and intricate quilting and textile makers, American folk art encapsulates the spirit of a nation and the legacies handed down across its history. Natural Materials Many examples of American folk art also rely upon organic media. Evans & Associates (June 2014).

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American Folk Art: Celebrating the Creativity and Craftsmanship of Everyday Artisans 

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From self-taught artists to delightful wood carvings and intricate quilting and textile makers, American folk art encapsulates the spirit of a nation and the legacies handed down across its history. Natural Materials Many examples of American folk art also rely upon organic media. Evans & Associates (June 2014).