TILLI Winter Session: The Making of Matisse: An Art Study Center Seminar at the Harvard Art Museums with Camran Mani

This seminar will explore the artistic methods and materials of Henri Matisse, from pencil drawings to paper cutouts, and how the artist became an icon of modern art. With Matisse scholar Camran Mani as our guide, we will look at, and talk as a group about, selections from Harvard’s substantial Matisse collection displayed in the beautiful natural light of the Art Study Center. At the same time, we will develop a better sense of what impelled the changes in Matisse’s art, why it has been a source of controversy and inspiration, and how Harvard formed its collection. Notable works will include a study for the groundbreaking painting The Joy of Life and the book Jazz in which the artist presents cutout compositions and handwritten “notes to self” reflecting on his life as he approaches the age of 80. 

Registration for the 11:00 a.m. tour is full. We have a second tour at 12:15 p.m. and a 1:30 p.m. tour will be added if there is enough interest. The program location is off site and will be shared upon registration. Please email tilli@tisrael.org with questions.

Temple Israel’s Lifelong Learning Institute (TILLI) provides opportunities for Temple Israel members and others to engage in peer-led, intellectually stimulating study groups covering a broad range of topics, to develop social relationships and a community, and to enjoy cultural events together.