Grace and Grit: The Story of American Realism | Driftless Art Academy

Join us for a 1 hour presentation by Lisa Allen exploring the evolution of realism in American art. This session will highlight key movements, artists, and masterpieces that shaped the nation’s visual identity. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply curious about how realism reflects American life, this talk offers insight, inspiration, and a fresh perspective on the power of painting to define a nation.

This presentation assumes no previous knowledge of American history or of the realism painting style.
Lisa Allen studied American art history at the University of Pittsburgh and printmaking at Carnegie Mellon University.

RSVP is required, space is limited!
This presentation is free for current students at the Academy, $10 for other guests.