The Artist’s Palette: The Rare, the Precious, the Poisonous, and the Fugitive

Wednesday, Nov 19, 2025 at 1:00pm

6385 Corporate Dr, Ste 200
  $0, $25
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Hear some of the fascinating stories behind the pigments artists have used through the ages, from Tyrian Purple, beloved by the ancient Phoenicians and requiring 10,000 sea snails to produce a single gram of pigment, to Vanta Black, the blackest black ever created (or is it?). During our stroll over the rainbow with Roy G. Biv, you’ll also have a chance to see artworks that utilize each of the featured colors.

 

Cindi Zenhert-Strange: BA in English from Greenville College in Illinois. She was as publishing manager, a grant director, and a docent at Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and at the Indianapolis Museum of Art.

 

Members-FREE                          Not-Yet-Member-$25.00

 

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About PILLAR

PILLAR Institute for Lifelong Learning is a dynamic hub for curious minds seeking intellectual growth and meaningful community connections. Through an array of engaging programs, thought-provoking lectures, and enriching activities, PILLAR fosters a culture of continuous learning for adults of all ages. Our mission is to inspire lifelong learners by providing opportunities to explore diverse topics, cultivate critical thinking, and connect with others who share a passion for discovery. At PILLAR, learning is not just a pursuit—it's a way of life.

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