DAYTON, OH.- Winslow Homer is best known as a great American painter, but he was also a prolific and expert wood engraver. Most of Homer’s engravings were published in Harper’s Weekly where Homer worked as a freelance illustrator between 1857 and …
Dayton Art Institute Director Janice Driesbach to Retire, Interim Director Appointed
DAYTON, OH.- The Dayton Art Institute’s (DAI) Director and CEO, Janice Driesbach, announced that she will retire at the end of July. Driesbach, who was hired in November 2007 and began her tenure in January 2008, came to Dayton from Lincoln, Nebra…
The Dayton Art Institute Shows "Creating the New Century:Contemporary Art from the Dicke Collection"
Dayton, OH.- On view until July 10th, “Creating the New Century” is a special exhibition organized by the Dayton Art Institute, drawing some of the best 21st century artworks from the Dicke Collection. The exhibition features 70 paintings, drawings,…
"Life as a Legend: Marilyn Monroe" ~ at The Dayton Art Institute
DAYTON, OHIO – The Dayton Art Institute presents an exhibition and one-woman play on the life of Marilyn Monroe, on view through June 24. Marilyn Monroe: Life as a Legend uses a wide range of artists and media to explore the public and private li…