This talk on art of M.C. Escher is an exploration of pattern, space and surrealist viewpoints which create optical illusions where one sees reality change into the abstract in a way that both makes sense and does not at all
Project Category: Art History Events
The Magic Body: Visualising Medieval Medicine
This talk looks at the body in ancient and medieval medical art, its balances and its magical properties.
How (Not) to Behave: the satires of William Hogarth
This lecture will focus on William Hogarth’s unique approach to satire, examining how his works not only entertained but also educated his audience on societal norms and behaviours.
Hieronymus Bosch: Universal Disorder
In this talk we will examine paintings by Hieronymus Bosch depicting stories of temptation, sin and accountability, which are still relevant today.
John Singer Sargent’s Cosmopolitan Aesthetics
In this talk we will examine how John Singer Sargent, a citizen of nowhere, cosmopolitan, became everyone's favourite portraitist.
Art on the Silk Road
This talk examines the rich artistic heritage that flourished as a result of the extensive trade network - the Silk Road.
Superstar: What Andy Warhol know about contemporary celebrity
During this talk through an in-depth analysis of Andy Warhol's portrayals of iconic figures we'll learn about his vision of contemporary media culture.
Marina Abramović, the cult of the hero
In this one hour talk we look at the work of the incredible charismatic Marina Abramović, where life is art and art is life.
Redefining Childhood in 18th-century art
In this lecture, we will discuss the transformative impact of philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau's ideas on the portrayal of children in art during the 18th century.
Sinister Satire: the Art of Pieter Bruegel
This talk invites guests to unravel the layers of Bruegel's seemingly whimsical images, revealing the profound depths of his very serious humour.