WITH
Merle Born
You may know Pablo Picasso as the most famous artist of the 20th century. But what do you know about the man?
Designed to educate, surprise, and possibly even shock, these illustrated talks reveal the little known facts about the unconventional man behind the unconventional art.
There are 2 different talks...
Picasso’s Women
Picasso is well known for his many lovers. Every time a wife or mistress changed, so did his art. This talk introduces each of his eight principal wives and mistresses and discloses the eventual fate of each of them. It discloses some shocking details. The talk is illustrated by many slides and accompanied by a handout, which you are free to copy and distribute to your audience. This talk comes in a 45 minute version and a 60 minute version. It is especially appealing to women’s groups.
Picasso: The Man, The Mistresses, The Money
You may know Picasso’s art, but do you know the man? More general in nature than “Picasso’s Women,” this talk introduces you to Picasso’s background and how he became the richest and most famous artist of the 20th century. You will learn about his mistresses, his family, and what happened when he died without a will in 1973. This talk has wide appeal to adult audiences and is accompanied by over 20 slides. It is a 45 minute talk. A handout is available that you can download and print for your group.
Bio
Merle Born has always loved art. She grew up outside NYC and often took the bus into the city to visit its many museums. A French major at the University of Pennsylvania, Merle regularly took history of art classes to complement her studies. After receiving her Master’s from Stanford University, she became a French and Spanish teacher. Merle later moved into financial planning, becoming a CFP in 1988.
Her career in financial planning did not stop her from traveling regularly to France and beyond. Visiting museums and galleries and collecting art are among her passions. After she retired from her business as a Certified Financial Planner, Merle reunited with her passion for art and was a docent for 15 years at the Frist Museum of Art in Nashville. Currently she volunteers at the Norton Museum of Art in the Visitor Experience department.
Merle’s depth of knowledge about Picasso’s art and his life occurred after reading a book entitled “Picasso and His Women” in 2000 which detailed his many lovers and muses. With much additional research, Merle delivered a talk on this subject to a literary group in 2003. Since moving to Florida, she has expanded her original presentation and has been invited to speak to several clubs and organizations on the subject of Pablo Picasso, the most famous figure in 20th century art.
Testimonials
Merle left us wanting more! Fabulous and fascinating. Thank you.
Marilyn G.
Superb presentation! So informative and professional. Thank you, Merle, for sharing your wealth of knowledge!
Michelle B.
Thanks, Merle. It was informative and entertaining. You are a fabulous presenter!
Shelley B.
RESOURCES FOR YOUR USE
• Sample Flyers
• Handouts
Contact
Email Merle at
merle@picassotalks.com
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Thank you!