Drawn from the largest known private collection of Florida-based art, Reflections includes masterworks of many significant artists who worked in the state over a period of 100 years, including Herman Herzog, George Inness, Frederick Carl Frieseke, Albert Ernest "Beanie" Backus, Thomas Hart Benton, Martin Johnson Heade, and N.C. Wyeth.
"Florida's enchanting natural beauty influenced many prominent artists," said Marena Grant Morrisey, executive director for the OMA. "The exhibition includes 70 paintings which depict the evolution of Florida's landscape while offering a new perspective of the works of these renowned artists."
Reflections: Paintings of Florida 1865 - 1965 from the Collection of Cici and Hyatt Brown will be accompanied by Picturing My Florida, a collection of photographs representing Florida today. Curated with the assistance of over five thousand votes on Facebook, the images selected for this exhibition were captured and submitted by the public. The juxtaposing of these exhibitions is designed to illustrate the continuing attraction of Florida as an inspiration for artists. Both exhibitions will be on display at the OMA from April 21 to July 15.
Reflections: Paintings of Florida 1865 - 1965 from the Collection of Cici and Hyatt Brown is presented as part of the museum's Made in Florida project celebrating Florida art and artists. The 2012 project features three engaging temporary exhibitions and the photography gallery display as well as special events and educational programs offering visitors a new perspective on Florida. For a complete calendar of events, visit www.omart.org.
