Mary Cassatt: An American in Paris

Originally from Philadelphia, Mary Cassatt is not just one of only three women to exhibit with the Impressionists, but she is the only American. Her work is perceptive, unique and reflective of her time and place and was considered revolutionary for its time. Ostensibly largely featuring women and children, through that lens, she also depicts aspects of societal norms of her day. This lecture will look at her work and her role in the spread of the appreciation of the Impressionists.

Katherine E. Zoraster is an art historian and a professor of art history at several local colleges specializing in Western art from the Renaissance to the 20th century. She graduated with a double major in English literature and art history from the UCLA. She received a master’s degree with distinction in art history from the CSU Northridge.

In addition to the courses Katherine teaches for other lifelong learning programs, she works as an art history Instructor for the full-time program at the Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Arts. She also serves as a commissioner for the Burbank Cultural Arts Commission and volunteers at the Burbank Animal Shelter.

The Fifty and Better (FAB) program was designed for people 50 years of age and older, seeking intellectual stimulation through university-level courses — without the pressure of grades — for the sake of learning and social engagement.

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Register by 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15