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Pre-Lumonics: Post-World War II

After serving in combat in WW II, Mel Tanner enrolled at the Brooklyn Museum Art School under the new G.I. Bill. This photo was on the cover of the 1950-51 School Catalog. Max Beckmann (foreground), Mel Tanner (far right). Mel was a student in Mr. Beckmann’s painting class. Max Beckmann died in 1950. Mel Tanner …

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Field Trip at Lumonics for 1st Graders

  On November 14, 2025, we hosted first graders from Leawood Elementary school in Jefferson County, Colorado. In the above photo, students are watching the first segment of the field trip,  “The Art of Seeing”, video of many Lumonics art works. The video is intended to train students’ eyes when they look at art. It …

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Dorothy Tanner honored on Clocktower Building along with Others

    On Nov 1, 2025,  a photo of Dorothy Tanner along with many other people who have passed away were part of the Santa Fe Arts District Día de Muertos Community Photo Memorial. Their photos were projected on the Daniels & Fisher Tower (Clocktower) at 16th Street Mall. Click to enlarge for best viewing. …

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Swarlaya: A Fusion of Sitar, Sarod, Tabla, & Electronic Drums

  Sunday, Nov 9, 20257 pm Swarlaya: A Fusion of Sitar, Sarod, Tabla, & Electronic Drums   We welcome you for an evening featuring the music of Swarnendu Mandel (sarod), Bijay Shrestha (tabla, sitar) and Gilly Gonzalez (percussion and electronic synth). It all takes place in the Lumonics Light & Sound Gallery, known for its …

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