Know the Artist: Mary Cassatt

She’s adored for her endearing scenes of mothers lovingly tending to their children – charming if archaic snapshots of a less progressive time. A little context goes a long way when it comes to appreciating Mary Cassatt’s practice for how radical it really was. Because if you’re unfamiliar with her story, it’s enlightening to discover that the woman behind all those gentle images was an outspoken suffragist who unflinchingly sauntered into traditionally male environments, and redefined what it means to be feminine in the process.



Several Circles is comprised of two loved up art professionals (and their cat, Jimmy) living and working in New York. Here, we tell the stories of extraordinary artists from history and the contemporary day. Written and hosted by Rachel, content and copywriter at the Whitney Museum of American Art in NYC. Produced by Jason, a professional art installer.