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April Exhibitions & Events at the Polk Museum of Art
Here's a rundown of what's happening in April at the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College.
EXHIBITIONS
Richard Segalman: Monotypes
Through June 9
A study collection of Segalman’s work gifted to the museum by the artist. This exhibition includes paintings, pastels and 24 monotypes. www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/segalman
Holly Scoggins: Fearful Symmetry
Through April 29
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A collection of derivative paintings created by superimposing vintage photographs into images of current events and destinations. www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/scoggins
Painting A Nation: Hudson River School Landscapes
Through May 20
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A collection of superb examples of Hudson River School paintings, the first native school of painting in the United States. These paintings are from the Higdon Collection and was organized by the Gibbes Museum of Art in Charleston, South Carolina. www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/hudsonriver
The Coast of Genoa by Francis Cropsey
Through May 20
Jasper F. Cropsey is a second generation Hudson River School painter. This painting is on exhibit courtesy of the Smithsonian American Art Museum to accompany “Painting A Nation.” www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/cropsey
Masters of Spain: Goya and Picasso
Through June 17
A rare showcase of work by two of the greatest Spanish painters of all time. This exhibition presents side-by-side the two artists who defined Spanish-made art for nearly 200 years. www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/masters18
STUDENT EXHIBITIONS
Creative Youth
Through April 15
2018 marks the 37th year that members of the U.S. House of Representatives have recognized the creative spirit of American high school students with a national art competition. The Polk Museum of Art conducts the competition and mounts the exhibition for the 15th Congressional District including parts of Polk, Lake and Hillsborough counties.
EVENTS
Panel Discussion: Goya, Picasso & the Heritage of Spain
Tuesday, April 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Reservations requested: www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/spanishheritage
Coffee with the Artist: Holly Scoggins
Saturday, April 7, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Reservations requested: www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/events
Creative Youth Reception
Saturday, April 7, 11 a.m.-noon
Cost: Free
Creative Yoga with Karen Seggerman
Sunday, April 8, 3-4 p.m.
Cost: $5 members; $10 nonmembers
Lecture by Dr. Roy Kerr: Francisco de Goya
Thursday, April 12, 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Cost: Free
Reservations requested: www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/events
Point of View Gallery Talk: Masters of Spain
Friday, April 13, noon-1 p.m.
Cost: Free
Reservations requested: www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/events
Southeastern University’s “A Night at the Opera” Performance
Saturday, April 14, 7-8:30 p.m.
Cost: $5-$7
Purchase tickets here: https://www.seu.edu/arts/events/
Art+Dance
Thursday, April 19, 6:30-9 p.m.
Cost: $10 members; $15 nonmembers
Purchase tickets here: https://polkmuseumofart.org/offthewall
Creative Yoga with Michelle Pugh
Friday, April 20, noon-1 p.m.
Cost: $5 members; $10 nonmembers
Polk County Senior Exhibition Reception
Friday, April 20, 6-7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Docent-Led Tour
Saturday, April 21, 11 a.m.-noon
Cost: Free
Reservations requested: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/docentmarch-l6ybt
Access Art: Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia
Friday, April 27, 2-3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Registration requested. For registration or questions, contact Tinia Clark: (863) 224-8557, or email sidestreetartbeat@gmail.com.
The Art of Film
Saturday, April 28, 6-9 p.m.
Cost: Free
A cash bar is available.
Registration requested: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/filmapr18
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
ArtLab: Holly Scoggins
Saturday, April 14, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Cost: free
Registration required: https://polkmuseumofart.org/artlab
