Fort Lauderdale Hosts Norman Rockwell Exhibit
Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a city rich with artistic culture
, home to an array of exceptional art galleries, museums, and exhibits. From permanent gallery fixtures to seasonal art events and visiting exhibits, there's always something for locals and visitors to marvel at in the world of art. One of the city's current artistic treasures happens to be "American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell" - an exhibit focusing on the works of one of the most popular American artists of the past century. Having created now-iconic images of the lives, hopes, and dreams of America in the 20th century, Norman Rockwell's legacy as a superb visual storyteller lives on today. His unique style of painting, established and honed more than 65 years of artistry, has not only reflected, but also influenced American perceptions over the years. Now, some of his greatest can be experienced at the Museum of Art in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The exhibit which is currently on and running through 7 February, 2010 will feature famed, original works such as "Christmas Homecoming" (1948), "No Swimming" (1921), "Coming and Going" (1947) and "Girl at Mirror" (1954) among many others, all from the permanent collection of the Norman Rockwell Museum. Many of the works, such as "Day in the Life of a Little Girl" (1952) and "The Discovery" (1956) focus specifically on the innocence of childhood, while some of his more powerful documentary paintings that appeared in Look Magazine in the 1960s for example, those that reflected the traumatic realities of desegregation in the South - are also displayed in the exhibit. Rockwell's exceptional details of ordinary, often idealised interpretations of life in America, offered somewhat of a visual haven during a time when the country was undergoing a momentous transformations into a modern society. The exhibit has gained international acclaim within the world of art, and has drawn countless visitors to partake in its timelessness. So, don't miss this timeless exhibit on one of the most popular American artists of the past century. Catch the "American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell" before it ends in early February, and experience a visual legacy that has reflected and impacted the lives of many throughout the last century. You can find a number of
Fort Lauderdale hotels in close proximity to the Museum of Art, making your visit convenient and enjoyable, and enabling you to frequent the exhibit over the span of your visit.
Fort Lauderdale Hosts Norman Rockwell Exhibit
By: Paul Buchanan
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