Main Line School Night

If you expect art to look real, discover how illusionistic techniques have historically reshaped our perceptions. Our interactive discussion will explore how artists use naturalism and trompe-l’oeil techniques not to just mimic life but to transform it. From Constable’s atmospheric landscapes and Caravaggio’s dramatic shadows to the vibrant colors and hyperrealism of Audrey Flack, see how creators across the ages have constantly redefined “the real” world.