Explore the life and legacy of László Moholy-Nagy in this 22-minute film discussion hosted by The Aspen Institute. Delve into the award-winning documentary "The New Bauhaus," which traces the journey of the Hungarian artist from the German Bauhaus to his efforts in establishing a New Bauhaus in Chicago. Learn about Moholy-Nagy's pioneering work in photography, film, and new media, as well as the support he received from Aspen Institute founder Walter Paepcke. Join director Alysa Nahmias and James Merle Thomas, Executive Director of The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies, as they discuss the film's creation, access to archives, Moholy-Nagy's enduring legacy, and the importance of creating space for artistic innovation. Gain insights into the connections between the Bauhaus movement and Aspen, and discover how this influential art movement flourished in the United States.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Why did you make this film
Access to the archives
Legacy
Creating Space
New Film
Questions
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
