Closer Look: Conservations with a Curator - Artist Special

Welcome to Closeer Look: Conversations with a Curator - Artist Special

Join us for a new series of exciting online talks, where you'll get the chance to dive deep into the world of art with our expert curators, conservators, artists and scholars. Discover the stories behind the masterpieces, learn about the creative process, and ask all your burning questions.

Date: Thursday 6 March 2025

Time: 19:30-20:15

Who and What: The American feminist artist, writer and educator, Linda Stein, will be using her tapestry , as a jumping off point to discuss her award-winning practice. This tapestry and several prints were generously donated to the University Art Collection in 2022 by Have Art: Will Travel! (HAWT) a non-profit collaborative arts organization founded in 1972, which delivers programs that foster social change, equality and diversity.

Grab a glass of wine or a cup of tea, and don't miss this unique opportunity to get a closer look at the art world from the comfort of your own home. See you there!

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Artist Biography: Linda Stein (b. 1943) is an award-winning feminist artist, writer, and educator. She founded the non-profit organisation Have Art: Will Travel! Inc. which offers programs to address a variety of issues, including victimisation and oppression. She currently lives and works in Manhattan, East Hampton and Cambridge MA, and previously worked near to the Twin Towers, and consequently was displaced following the events of 9/11.

Host or Publisher University of Reading Art Collection