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Seen and Unseen: Identity in Portraiture

PORTRAITURE WITHIN THE COLLECTION

Identity is a deeply personal and multifaceted concept. Artists have long used art to celebrate and probe the depths of identity. During this tour, students will explore the art of portraiture and consider its role in revealing, concealing, and complicating identity. Historical and contemporary portraits will serve as a springboard for examining the concept of identity and its relevance in our lives. During Spring 2024, this tour will include a stop in the exhibition A Layered Presence/Una presencia estratificada, an exhibition of works by Kansas City artists with ties to Latin America.

Galleries Visited:

  • A Layered Presence/Una Presencia Estratificada
  • Contemporary Portraiture
  • 18th Century British
  • 18th Century French

Appropriate for grades: 9–12
Maximum number of students: 36
Duration: 75 minutes
Cost: Free

Note: Students will have the option to use their personal smartphones for an interactive component of this tour. If your group does not have access to personal devices, or you do not wish students to use them, please indicate that in the Notes section of your tour registration.