Fashion in the National Arts Club Permanent Collection

15 Gramercy Park South,New York NY 10003

04 March, 2022

Description

An in-depth look at the fashion depicted in the canvases of the NAC permanent collection The National Arts Club boasts an outstanding collection of late 19th-early 20th century art, the reward of its Artist Life Member program established by William T. Evans in 1909. Join Robert Yahner, Curator/Registrar of the National Arts Club, along with costume designers and educators Raven Ong, Valerie Marcus Ramshur, and Leslie Yarmo for an in-depth look at the fashion depicted in the canvases of the permanent collection. Robert Yahner was studio curator for American master Will Barnet and has worked with many artists and galleries. Raven Ong obtained a Master’s Degree in Costume Design for the Theater at the University of Connecticut. His costume design credits include productions for New York Lyric Opera and Carnegie Hall. Valerie Marcus Ramshur’s work has been seen both On and Off-Broadway, and around the world. Leslie Yarmo’s costume design credits include the first three seasons of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, as well as HBO’s Rome, and The Ice Storm. Fashion inspired by the permanent collection is highly encouraged! This is an in-person event. Your health and safety are our top priorities and we are following all CDC and New York City guidance. Proof of vaccination as well as a photo ID will be required. Masks are also required. RSVP does not guarantee entry. Doors open to the public 15 minutes before the event. Please arrive early to check in. Our coat check is limited. Please do not bring any large bags or backpacks. Founded in 1898, the mission of The National Arts Club is to stimulate, foster, and promote public interest in the arts and to educate the American people in the fine arts.