Chuck Close,
Prosopagnosia and Pixels
Lecture by Amanda Cachia
with Rosemarie Garland-Thomson
and Anthony Tusler
de Young Museum — Koret Auditorium
Saturday, October 13
10:30 a.m., reception following
In conjunction with the exhibition Chuck Close and Crown Point Press: Prints and Processes, this talk highlights how the disabilities of Chuck Close (b. 1940) have given his work a unique edge. Since the 1960s Close has created highly detailed, “pixelated” portraits as a means to better recognize and remember faces. Disability manifests itself in his practice to the benefit of both the artist and the viewer, and provides a lens to learn about an alternative perception of the world.
This event is free of charge. To ensure availability, please make requests for accommodations before October 1.
For more information please email: rbradley@famsf.org or call 415-750-7645.