Xu Beihong – The World Famous Chinese Artist You Probably Never Heard Of!

Xu Beihong (1895 – 1953) is one of the most famous artists in China and is well known throughout Asia, but practically unheard of in the United States. After the founding of the People’s Republic of China in 1949, he served as the President of the Central Academy of Fine Arts and the Chairman of the Chinese Artists’ Association. We will take a look at his life, his work, and his continuing legacy in China. Instructor: Sandy Halby, BS in Mathematics from the University of Alaska. She is a military veteran and is retired from the federal government as a civil servant. Currently, she is president of a local Mensa group and active in the Pikes Peak Beekeepers Association. Cost: Free class, but participants must register online starting November 2. Wednesday, December 11 from 10:10 am to 12:30 pm at PILLAR As a holiday gift to the community, all classes are FREE in November and December About The PILLAR Institute PILLAR Institute for Lifelong Learning is the only independent lifelong learning institute in the Pikes Peak region and southern Colorado. It is a volunteer-driven membership organization that is open to all. For 25 years, PILLAR has created opportunities where adults can come to socialize, volunteer, and keep their brains active through curiosity and learning. Lifelong learning class offerings change from trimester to trimester and range from topics in history, science, geopolitics, art, health, music, spirituality, and more. Classes may be held in-person at PILLAR’s location, at offsite locations, and/or virtually. Early registration is strongly encouraged to ensure a space in the class. For more details and to become a member, visit https://www.pillarinstitute.org/. http://www.eventsnearhere.com/find-events/CO/CO-SPGS/Education/Lectures/addetail/261309/Xu-Beihong-–-The-World-Famous-Chinese-Artist-You-Probably-Never-Heard-Of!