Dreams in Dust: The Pastels of Lucas Samaras

Margaret Holben Ellis, Director of the Thaw Conservation Center & Lindsey Tyne, Assistant Paper Conservator

Isabelle Dervaux, Acquavella Curator and Department Head, Modern & Contemporary Drawings

All gallery talks and tours are free with museum admission; no tickets or reservations necessary.

This documentary, a work in progress, sheds light on the life and work of Greek-born Lucas Samaras, called by some an ever-changing artist undefined by any one movement. It features interviews with the artist and those who know him most intimately, including Pace Gallery founder Arne Glimcher and noted art historian and critic Barbara Rose among others, set against a vivid backdrop of Samaras’s own creations. The directors, Tassos Rigopoulos and Joanna Yuen will host a question and answer session following the screening.

Join artist and Parsons Professor Ginger Levant for a workshop on the fundamental techniques of pastel drawing. Instruction will include application and color mixing of pastels along with color theory. The workshop will begin with a short visit of Dreams in Dust: the Pastels of Lucas Samaras followed by a demonstration. Participants will gain insight into ways color creates illusion of light, atmosphere and space. All professional grade material provided.