VMFA assignment update

I had the pleasure of viewing Fine Art and Flowers this evening. It accomplishes exactly what I'd hoped it would - I viewed paintings I'd never noticed before in a new light and was struck by the imagination and inspiration of the florists who created the arrangements. 


Please note in reference to your assignment - you only have to email me photos of the arrangement and the artwork you choose to work from - but you must SEE the entire installation as well as the Chuck Close and Himalayan (S. Asia) Art Collections on the top floor. 


I included Francesco Clemente's miniatures on the list of things for you to see in the Lewis Collection but nix that as they are not on view at the moment. Instead make a special effort to see French Drawings (and Watercolors) from Corot to Cezanne on the second floor.


The Fine Art and Flowers will take you to most all of the galleries on the lisr if you pick up a map at the entrance and see the entire show as I've assigned. The Chuck Close Exhibition and the French Drawing Exhibitions are traveling exhibitions so you must make a special effort to see them.


I advise that you photograph the arrangement and artwork you are most inspired by as well as a few details of each. Ideally your watercolor will include details from the arrangement (a botanical lesson) as well as details from the artwork the florist referenced in the background.


Enjoy your time at YOUR MUSEUM and be sure to email me any questions you may have about this assigment!


Have a great weekend.
Professor O.