I would like to add something to this discussion on the Nudes on Art exhibit. This is only a suggestion, not "legal advice." (That's the way we lawyers roll). Whether water color, oils, photography or other medium, it is a good idea to be sure the original artist (and then the museum or gallery) have model releases for any nudes that are "recognizable", especially if it is a local artist who may have used local models who may be surprised to see themselves on exhibit. Most properly created models' releases cover any potential uses of the photos or pictures, but not all. I think it is always a good idea to ask to see a copy of the release for any visual art where the subject is recognizable. It could save you a lot of heartache, teeth gnashing and money.
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Stephan Wexler, MD, MLA, MBA, JD,
Entertainment Law and Intellectual Property
Houston TX
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Original Message:
Sent: 11/14/2014 11:06:39 AM
From: memarinaro@heinzhistorycenter.org
Subject: RE: Nudity in art
Hi Gretchen,
I would also recommend looking at Kenneth Clark's seminal text The Nude: A Study in Ideal Form. His discussion on the difference between "nude" and "naked" could easily be translated into a context that would be appropriate for students.
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Melissa Marinaro
Curator, Italian American Program
Senator John Heinz History Center
Pittsburgh PA
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Original Message:
Sent: 11-13-2014 09:17 AM
From: Gretchen Jeane
Subject: Nudity in art
Tracey,
The nudes are paintings. We will have programming for both middle/high school as well as elementary so I'm trying to cover all bases. I'll check out the books you recommended. Thank you!
Gretchen Jeane
Original Message:
Sent: 11-12-2014 11:24 AM
From: Tracey Berg-Fulton
Subject: Nudity in art
Hey Gretchen,
Can you tell us a bit more about the type of nudity that will be on display? Classical nudity (casts, marble, etc)? Painted? Photographic? And a bit more about your typical student audience(s)? I may have some different recommendations for nudity in photography, but my two go to books are below:
For teachers of college or mature high school students, I like Allison Smith's "The Victorian Nude: Sexuality, Morality, and Art" For an academic text, it's extremely engaging, as is her other text, "Exposed: The Victorian Nude". I found both really fascinating reads and really useful in graduate school.
I also seem to remember a really spot on chapter from one of my undergrad art history classes that I may still have flagged at home. More soon.
Cheers,
Tracey
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Tracey Berg-Fulton
Collections Database Associate
Carnegie Museum of Art
Pittsburgh PA
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