Dayton Society of Artists Book Club: "Finding Dora Maar: An Artist, an Address Book, a Life"

Join us for the Dayton Society of Artists Book Club as we dive into Finding Dora Maar: An Artist, an Address Book, a Life by Brigitte Benkemoun! 🎨

This captivating book is a unique blend of biography, art history, and detective storytelling, tracing the fascinating life of Dora Maar — not just a muse to Pablo Picasso, but also a groundbreaking artist herself. 🖌️

📖 Discussion Highlights:

• Explore Dora Maar's impactful contributions as a photographer and painter.
• Learn about her influential network within the Surrealist movement.
• Hear about Brigitte Benkemoun’s journey to uncover Maar’s life through a vintage address book.

👩‍🏫 The discussion will be led by Kathleen Caffrey, a Board Member and Historian of the Dayton Society of Artists, who brings her rich knowledge of art history to guide this engaging conversation.

📍 Location:
48 High Street
Dayton, OH 45403

✨ Details:

• Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
• Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
• Cost: Free and open to the public!

No prior reading is necessary—come as you are, whether you’ve read the book or just want to engage in a lively discussion about art history!

🔗 Register Here
Everyone is encouraged to join! Let's celebrate the fascinating legacy of an extraordinary artist. ✨