Amy Herman

President

The Art of Perception

Amy E. Herman designed, developed and conducts all sessions of The Art of Perception using the analysis of works of art to improve perception and communication skills. She originally instituted the program in 2000 to help medical students improve their observation of and communication with patients. Subsequently, she adapted the program for law enforcement professionals and conducted it for a wide range of agencies including the New York City Police Department, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Department of Justice, and the Department of Homeland Security. Before joining Thirteen/WNET.ORG as Director of Educational Development in 2007, Ms. Herman was the Head of Education at The Frick Collection for eleven years, where she oversaw all educational collaborations and community initiatives. Ms. Herman holds an AB in International Affairs from Lafayette College, a JD from the National Law Center, George Washington University, and an MA in Art History from Hunter College.