Last Friday, Steven Lovatt took the unusual step to look back on some of his past work, reread his previous dissertation and share his findings with the group. A confident speaker, Steven's enthusiasm for the subject was palpable and his musings explored the topic of Jewish artists' representations of the Russian landscape.
His review was infused with a range of atmospheric tools. To start with, the group was treated to some rustic music clips. Then a handout was provided, full of quotes that conjured up images of peasant life in Russia. Along with the PowerPoint images, we were able to visualise Steven's vision of Jewish artists and their struggles.
While time constraints forced him to skip some fascinating material, we never felt rushed and were left asking for more! This groundbreaking research showcased some largely forgotten artists who clearly deserve the attention afforded them at this session.
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