How can queer artists ‘queer’ the canon of art history?
This workshop, led by art historian Dr Tilly Scantlebury, will explore gender and sexuality in the practice of Mickalene Thomas, whose multi-media large scale paintings rethink traditional art historical representation. Through close visual analysis, we will uncover the ways in which Thomas repurposes Manet’s canonical works, Olympia and Le Déjeuner sur l’herbe, to provide visibility and representation from a black, feminist and queer perspective.
Key Information
Event: Art and Queer Theory | Mickalene Thomas on Manet
Date: Monday 3rd March 2025
Time: 5:30pm – 6:45pm
Location: Online
These workshops are free and open to students attending UK state schools and colleges. Suitable for ages 16-18, with preference given to Y12 students (or equivalent). Booking is essential due to popular demand. Any questions, please email education@courtauld.ac.uk
Any questions, please email education@courtauld.ac.uk
