Gallery Aperitivo & Talk - April 7, 2022

The long history of classic Italian art history is renowned, but how much do you know about contemporary art in Italy? Francesco Zero will welcome us into his private art gallery for drinks and a talk on art movements from the post-WWII period to the present. He will address the fundamental question of "What is art?" in viewers' perceptions and reactions. Along with co-owner Pino Purificato, Francesco will also relate the works of other Italian figurative artists to those of Pino's father, Domenico Purificato, who was a prominent figure in Italian neorealist painting and film.

This talk will be in Italian, with consecutive translation into English or French as needed. Light refreshments will be served.

When: Thursday, April 7, 2022

Time: 6-8 p.m.

Where: Galleria Purificato Zero, Via Bisagno 11 (Piazza Istria/Corso Trieste metro)

Cost: Free.

RSVP to canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Marielle by noon on the 6th of April. Green Passes/Proof of vaccination will be checked and COVID-19 containment measures will be respected.

CCR Talks: J.J. Winckelmann - January 20, 2019

Johann Joachim Winckelmann (1717 - 1768) is being celebrated this year as the pioneer who first articulated the differences between Greek and Roman art and spearheaded many of the ideas at the root of modern archaeology. Many consider him to be the father of art history. Join us for a morning coffee/cake slide lecture as we learn about his life, his achievements, and his legacy. The lecture will also touch on the current “dispersed” exhibition on Winckelmann at the Vatican Museums (closing on March 9th).

When: Sunday, January 20, 2019
Time: 10 a.m.
Where: In the Quartiere Trieste area of Rome; exact location will be sent to confirmed participants by email.
Cost: €10 for members and €15 for non-members. Optional potluck contribution: not obligatory but those who wishing may contribute a cake or sweets or a bottle of prosecco to share with other participants at the lecture.  Please advise Joe when reserving if you would like to do so.
RSVP: canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Joe by Thu., Jan. 17, 2019. You are financially responsible for your reservation.

CCR Talks: Artemisia, A Woman Painter in a Man’s World - January 13, 2017

Arguably the best-known female painter of her time recognized today, Artemisia Gentileschi (1593-1656) is equally renowned for a notorious trial concerning her rape, at age 18, by Agostino Tassi, a well-established colleague of her father, the painter Orazio Gentileschi. This incident inspired a number of novels and films. Despite this scandal early in her life, her painting career took off. During her lifetime, she traveled to Florence, Genoa, the English court and Naples and exerted a remarkable influence on a whole generation of painters. A recently opened exhibition at Palazzo Braschi, focusing on her work and influence, will be on until 8 May 2017. It charts Artemisia's career as a follower of Caravaggio, and compares her work to that of other followers of the ill-fated genius.

We take this opportunity to offer a lecture on Artemisia for those who would like a bit more information on the artist and her struggle for recognition before viewing the exhibition. This lecture will be accompanied by a potluck dinner to which all attendees will be asked to make a contribution.

When: Friday, January 13, 2017
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Quartiere Trieste area – exact location will be sent to confirmed participants.
Cost: CCR members €10, non-members €15 – plus potluck contribution.
RSVP: by Wednesday, Jan. 11, ATTN Joe/Peter at canadarome@gmail.com

CCR Art Talk with Olivia: Salt, Sheep and Water… the Shaping of Italy - March 1, 2014

The Italian peninsula, its main communications, place names and history are intimately related to these three vital elements. In a short slide presentation we look at the ways in which the resources of salt, sheep and water helped shape today's Italian landscape and cities in surprising ways.

“Potluck” light refreshments will be served halfway through the 90-minute slide-show and we ask everyone to bring something to share. Please confirm your contribution with Linda or Olivia when you reserve. 

When: Saturday, March 1, 2014 
Time: 7 p.m. 
Where: Quartiere delle Valli area at the fork between Nomentana Nuova and Nomentana Vecchia. It is 3.8kms outside Piazza Porta Pia. Address information will be sent to participants upon confirmation. 
Cost: CCR members €10, non-members €15 - plus potluck contribution. 
RSVP: by Wednesday, February 26, ATTN Linda at canadarome@gmail.com or Olivia at oliviaercoli1@gmail.com