Aug 23, 2004

Art Colonies in America will premier at the Skirball museum tonight. The event will be hosted by executive producers Albert and Trudy Kallis who will be available along with art experts and other filmmakers to answer questions from the audience.  The DVD version of the film is expected for release in September and will be available for purchase online at www.kallis.org

Through the use of awe inspiring artwork, this thought provoking production tells the story of the great American impressionists living in art colonies across the United States.  Colonies such as Cos Cob and Old Lyme in Connecticut, Shinnecock in Long Island and Laguna Beach in California attracted inspired artists, young and old.  Their experiences working together helped to create a uniquely American artistic aesthetic.  Visually spectacular and painstakingly researched, this film reveals new insights into the lives and work of these extraordinary American artists.