Page 16 - The Islander - April '22

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HappeninGs

Armory Art Center Presents Exclusive Florida Exhibition

Of Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel

Report and Photos by Penny Sheltz

We were invited to of mankind’s greatest artistic
the ribbon cutting of the achievements up-close, life-sized,
opening of Michelangelo’s and from a never-before-seen
Sistine Chapel: The perspective. With special expertise
Exhibition at the Armory and care, the ceiling paintings
Art Center. from the Sistine Chapel have been
It was fun to remember reproduced in a truly unique way
our visit to Michelangelo’s using licensed high definition
Sistine Chapel in Rome and photos. Brought to life using a
the beautiful ceiling with special printing technique that
some of the best artwork emulates the look and feel of the
on the earth.. original paintings, visitors are
The Armory is given a chance to engage with the
definitely worth a visit in artwork in ways that were never
order to experience one West Palm Beach mayor before possible: seeing every
detail, every brushstroke, and every
color of the artist’s 34 frescoes.
Each image is accompanied by
informative signage, and audio
guides are available to rent for an
even more in-depth experience.
This globally successful
exhibition is an innovative
and uni que i nt erpre ta ti on
of Michelangelo’s timeless
masterpiece. Everyone admired
the artwork with the ability to
capture photographic memories of
this iconic work. Staff and members of the Armory and West Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce cut
Surrounded by the artist’s the ribbon.
masterpieces, everyone enjoyed the
information provided which helped them to understand
the artistic mastery and inspiration behind Michelangelo’s
brilliant works of art in the Sistine Chapel. Exhibition
dates: March 11 to April 24, Thursday to Saturday, 10
a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets are $17 to $25.

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