Take a guided tour of the paintings and sculptures owned by Arts Advocates on display at the Van Wezel. After that, step onto the stage where a Van Wezel guide will give you a peek behind the curtain and share stories and anecdotes about the colorful world of show business!

Holly Freedman is the founder of OLLI's Listening to Women, which is an annual lecture series started in 2019. The series highlights the life stories, achievements, and diversity of women who are influential figures in their respective fields. These women have reshaped industries and are making a difference in today's communities. 

Holly has been instrumental in selecting these speakers and the success of this program, which is now in its 6th year. This art talk will delve into Holly's selection process and interactions with these remarkable women. Their backstories and struggles are an inspiration for us all. 

Take a guided tour of the paintings and sculptures owned by Arts Advocates on display at the Van Wezel. After that, step onto the stage where a Van Wezel guide will give you a peek behind the curtain and share stories and anecdotes about the colorful world of show business!

Olivia Marie Braida-Chiusano, known by her artistic signature O.M. Braida, is a nature painter whose style echoes the French Court Botanical Art Masters of the 17th to 19th centuries. She is an internationally recognized nature artist and a certified botanical painter. Her artwork, a part of the permanent collection in four museums, stands as a testament to her artistic ability. She is the founder of the Academy of Botanical Art and the author of 34 textbooks.

Suzanne Havens is a painter and photographer passionate about studying art and art history. She provides insights from both the artists' and critics' perspectives, offering a fast-paced journey through Western art. Suzanne presentation is filled with captivating visual images aimed at engaging all audiences.