Lecture: A Material Exploration of Mary Cassatt’s Printmaking Process

Gillian Marcus, associate conservator at the Newberry Library, leads a close examination of Mary Cassatt’s printmaking techniques—from soft-ground etching and drypoint to her groundbreaking color intaglio prints. The talk focuses on Cassatt's *Set of Ten* series, highlighting her collaboration with printer Modeste Leroy and the materials that shaped her process. It takes place Thursday evening, November 19, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at the Rubloff Auditorium in Grant Park. Free with museum admission; registration is required. Closed captioning will be available.