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Norman Rockwell: An American Phenomenon

Presented by Janet Cohen Mandel

The prolific American artist and illustrator Norman Rockwell produced more than 4,000 works that chronicle not only ordinary moments from everyday life, but also important social and political issues.

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During his lifetime Rockwell was dismissed by many serious art critics, but this program will examine why, and how he has remained a beloved American original.

We will look at many of his iconic paintings, as well as at some paintings that may surprise you.

Presenter: Janet Mandel taught in New Jersey’s public schools for 32 years, the last eighteen of which were at Columbia High School in Maplewood, where she taught English, art history, and World Languages and Cultures. In October of 2003, she was named runner-up for the New Jersey Council for the Humanities (NJCH) Teacher the Year award, and was formally recognized by the New Jersey State Legislature and Governor Codey for this achievement. In May of 2004, she was the recipient of the “Innovations in Special Education Award” from the New Jersey School Boards Association (NJSBA) and the Association of Schools and Agencies for the Handicapped (ASAH). Pre-COVID, Janet presented illustrated talks on a variety of art history topics in-person; now she is busier than ever presenting virtually for adult schools, libraries, museums, senior centers, community centers, and similar venues. 

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