The Alexandria Museum of Art is hosting a wonderful opportunity for area art lovers through Saturday. “A Graphic Journey: Prints by Picasso (The Timothy Collins Collection)” is a collection of over 50 etchings, lithographs and linocuts by Pablo Picasso, one of the most notable artists of the 20th century.
Dr. Timothy Collins of Los Angeles, California has been collecting art for over 30 years and is the owner of 92 Picasso prints, as well as pieces by Moreau, Chagall and Rembrandt. Most of his Picasso prints are in a travelling collection. The Alexandria Museum of Art was fortunate to host one of this year’s exhibitions.
Dr. Collins gave a talk at the museum Thursday before a capacity crowd of art lovers. He spoke of how his love of art was ignited after visits to the Louvre in Paris and Michael Gallery in Los Angeles. He also about getting started in collecting art. After his talk, he led his audience on a tour of his favorite pieces in the collection.
“A Graphic Journey: Prints by Picasso (The Timothy Collins Collection)” will be on display at the Alexandria Museum of Art through Saturday, June 15. The Alexandria Museum of Art is an integral part of the cultural life of central Louisiana and is well worth a visit.