Mexico has a long tradition of muralism that originated in the remote past, starting with the Maya. It was considered highly political.This is a course of four one-hour lectures by Prof Maria Chester.Mexican muralism is a pictorial movement that began in the 1920s, as part of the modernization policies of the State of Mexico after … Continue reading "Mexican Muralism: Public Art, Identity & Collective Memory"
Geological events that affected Berwickshire and the worldThree talks by Elizabeth Devon.Wednesday, 12th January:'When we were really, really cold; an investigation into Ice Ages and what it was like in Berwickshire 20,000 years ago'.Wednesday, 19th January:'When we were really, really hot; exploring two hyperthermal events on Earth'Wednesday, 26th January:'From deserts to the tropics and the … Continue reading "Geology: extremes of temperature and viruses too…….."
We cover how to identify different architectural eras by looking for clues, and portray those decorations within your own artwork. In three sessions we cover how to identify different architectural eras by looking for clues, an insight into how you can portray those decorations within your own artwork, and also, how to place more complicated … Continue reading "Introduction to Drawing Architecture: Finding Clues"
A short course in practical and theoretical astronomy focussing on different stars, constellations and astronomical themes each week.A short course in astronomy by Dr. Adrian Jannetta Week 1: Orion, the Hunter The constellation Orion is prominent in the southern sky immediately after sunset. In this presentation you’ll learn about the brightest stars: Betelgeuse and Rigel. … Continue reading "Stars and Constellations"
The Ancient Eastern Civilisations are those which rose in the Aegean and Mesopotamian regions in the period 3400BP to 1200BPThis is a course of six lectures by Prof Maria Chester on Thursdays at 4 pm.The Ancient Eastern Civilisations are those which rose in the Aegean and Mesopotamian regions: they are linked to what is known … Continue reading "An Introduction to Ancient Eastern Civilisations"
Guided tours of the exhibition
Guided tours of the exhibition
We look at how we can create successful and dynamic compositions of what seem on first appearances, to be quite complicated townscapesYour tutor is Gail Wareham, who won ‘Best in Show’ at the Art & Framing Industry Awards for her architectural representation of a Venetian staircase. You can see Gail's work by visiting her website http://www.gailwareham.com. … Continue reading "Introduction to Drawing Architecture: Townscapes"
This trip has been re-scheduled to 2pm, Sunday 1st May, due to an adverse weather forecast for April 24th.This trip is fully booked, but unfortunately we are having to reschedule because of the weather forecast: 'The forecast looks nasty for the weekend, brisk onshore winds and a 4-6 foot swell'.Liza has arranged for another sailing … Continue reading "Wildlife Cruise to St Abb’s Head"
We explore the printing techniques used in the work of over fifty internationally known artists currently on display in the Granary GalleryMatisse, Picasso, Kokoshka, Giacometti, Auerbach, Vasarely: from France to Russia and from Italy to England...all of them are well-known and instantly recognised as leaders or part of a 20th century art movement. All of … Continue reading "Rubbing, scratching, etching, engraving: the printed line in the 20th c"
Guided tours of the exhibition
Guided tours of the exhibition
