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The Marietta-Cobb Museum Dispels Myths About Modern Art
Modern Art Tour by author Robyn Jamison Comes to Georgia. The Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art announces a special weekend of activities this April featuring the book The Magic of Modern Art—How to Love Modern and Contemporary Art by Robyn Jamison, MFA. The Marietta-Cobb Museum Dispels Myths About Modern Art Marietta, GA (March 11, 2024) – For those who have struggled with liking or even accepting modern art, these events promise to engage viewers in a transformative experience. “After years of taking friends to museums and demonstrating to them how to interact with art, I knew I had to write a book about it,” said the author. “It has…
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Magic of Modern Arts Moments #8
Hi Everyone, I want to shine a light on an extraordinary group: The Magic of Modern Art Mensches. Some of you may know them already—they are the heart of the Magic of Modern Art mission: to bring about a world where everyone, everywhere experiences the magic and wonder of modern and contemporary art. What began in 2020 as a handful of art lovers meeting after the Conference for Global Transformation (sponsored by Landmark Worldwide) has grown into a vibrant circle of supporters who meet monthly to share ideas, cheer each other on, and actively shape the future of this work. Their impact was especially clear during my recent trip to Charleston,…
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Magic of Modern Arts Moments #7
Hi, Everyone! Thank you so much for reading these updates — and extra thanks to those of you who write back with your thoughts, ideas, and encouragement. I absolutely love hearing from you, and your support means the world to me! There’s been a lot happening lately, so here’s a little roundup of the magic. Celebrating Cynthia Cooper’s New Role Robyn and Cynthia Many of you already know Cynthia Cooper, who has been part of our Magic of Modern Art family from the very beginning as one of our wonderful Mensches. I’m thrilled to share that Cynthia has now stepped into a new role as a part-time staff member, taking…
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Magic of Modern Art Moments #6
Dear Magic of Modern Art Supporter, This year is flying by! Last week, I attended my first National Art Education Association (NAEA) Convention in Louisville, Kentucky. It was an unforgettable experience. The conference hosted 4,000 attendees and 600 breakout sessions over three packed days. I met only a fraction of those present. The people I did connect with were remarkable—passionate, dedicated, and excited to hear about the Magic of Modern Art. A major focus was the increased struggle for arts funding and equity in public schools due to the destructive cuts made since #47 took office. Many teachers from red states shared that if they speak out, they risk losing…
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HOW TO LOVE MODERN & CONTEMPORARY ART
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Magic of Modern Art Moments #5
Happy New Year! Thank you so much for reading these newsletters. Special thanks to those of you who respond with comments and encouragement. Even though the time has flown by, 2024 marked a momentous year, including lots of firsts. Here are the highlights. The first ever Magic of Modern Art Exhibition, Magic of Modern Art Tour, and Art of the Cocktail took place at the Marietta Cobb Museum of Art in Marietta, Georgia. The show ran from April through mid-July. I conducted the first Magic of Modern Art Tour to be sponsored by an organization at the Blanton Museum of Art here in Austin, through the Israeli American Council in…
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The Magic of Modern Art Now on Audio
An important book about modern art is now available in audio format.
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Magic of Modern Art Moments #4
Hi Everybody! Those travels and engagements that I was telling you about in July have been happening! Updates: Audiobook: I made a fun discovery today. My wonderful public relations specialist, Harold Nicoll, sent me a draft of the press release announcing the publication of the audio version of The Magic of Modern Art. I discovered that the audio version is now available on fourteen different platforms! Last time I wrote to you, there were seven. New York City: Since the last Magic of Modern Art Moments Newsletter, I spent an incredible week in New York City, motivated by the Jenny Holzer installation at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. The…
