Folk art encompasses art produced from native or tradespeople. In contrast to fine art, folk art is primarily utilitarian and decorative rather than purely aesthetic. Folk Art is characterized by a naive style, in which traditional rules of proportion and perspective are not employed. Basically, folk art is produced through the genius of untrained artists and has its own characteristics. Various materials, paints, and other items are used to produce this interesting and fascinating artwork. 

This lecture on American folk art by presenter Mario Medici will take the listener and viewer through the various forms of art work produced by such artists as: Horace Pippin, Morris Hirshfield, James Castle, and Maude Lewis, and Henri Rousseau. It’s a journey not often explored and one you will find fascinating.

This program is free and open to all; no registration is required.

It is made possible with the support of  The Friends of the Livingston Public Library.

All participants will be expected to follow current CDC guidelines.