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Art History Lecture Series - Light, Love and Life

Painting of a garden with plants, flowers, trees on either side of a path the runs diagonally through the middle of the image with a figure standing on path dressed in pale blue clothes.

Friday 7 June, 14 June, 21 June, 28 June 5 July
10.15am-12.15pm
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
£6 per talk or £25 for the whole series
Includes tea, coffee and biscuits
Booking essential

Join us for a captivating journey through the legacy of Impressionism as we delve into the transformative impact of this iconic movement. Discover Impressionism's key themes from serene natural landscapes to the dynamic energy of city life and learn how Impressionist artists reimagined their surroundings. We shall also examine some of the fascinating cross-cultural exchanges that enriched the movement's scope. There will be opportunity to engage directly with examples from Northampton Museums and Art Gallery’s collection that capture the essence of Impressionist innovation and interpretation. Whether you are a seasoned attender or a curious newcomer, this course promises a rich experience that will deepen your appreciation for one of the most influential movements in art history.

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Friday 7 June
Flowers, Always and Always: The Garden in Impressionist Art
Artwork: Kew Gardens, London - Lucien Pissarro
Speaker: Dr Conny Bailey

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Friday 14 June
Picnics and Pleasure
Artwork: In the Garden - Albert Chevallier Tayler
Speaker: Dr Miriam Gill

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Friday 21 June
Impressionist Landscapes
Artwork: An English Farmstead - Alfred East
Speaker: Dr Miriam Gill

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Friday 28 June
City Life and City Lights
Artwork: Rain at Night, Town Centre - Robert Pell
Speaker: Dr Miriam Gill

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Friday 5 July
Meji to Monet – Impressionism and Japan
Artwork: Amy Stanton, Aged 19 - Henry Harris Brown
Speaker: Dr Conny Bailey

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Speakers are correct at the time of going to press but may be amended due to unforeseen changes to availability or subject expertise.