October 2025

Portraits of Nobility and the Grand Manner

Welcome to "Portraits of Nobility and the Grand Manner," an inspiring exhibit curated and presented by Anu Papp.

This showcase explores the enduring legacy and artistic mastery of formal portraiture, focusing on the powerful visual language used to immortalize the nobility and elite through the centuries. In a contemporary twist, Anu Papp utilizes photographs taken of Second Life residents, transforming these digital avatars through sophisticated editing enhancements to evoke the elegance and gravitas of the grand manner tradition.