Demonstrating Mary Cassatt's Color Printmaking Techniques

“All I think about is working in color on copper” - Mary Cassatt Dive into the fascinating world of Mary Cassatt with Christina Taylor, Conservator for Works of Art on Paper at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. In this behind-the-scenes video, Christina takes us into her studio as she meticulously recreates a reduced scale version of Mary Cassatt's iconic color print, 'The Letter.' This recreation is based on research conducted alongside Laurel Garber, The Park Family Assistant Curator of Prints and Drawings, and Tom Primeau, ‪The Charles K. Williams, II, Senior Conservator of Works of Art on Paper, in preparation for the exhibition "Mary Cassatt at Work." From the use of color to the intricacies of printmaking, discover the techniques that defined Cassatt's remarkable style. Don't miss the chance to experience the "Mary Cassatt at Work" exhibition, open from May 18 through September 8, 2024. Buy Tickets for "Mary Cassatt at Work" now: https://bit.ly/3QMlAIz _______________________________________________________________________________ Visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art online: http://www.philamuseum.org/ Stay in touch: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philamuseum Instagram: http://instagram.com/philamuseum TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philaartmuseum