Courses & Events
Art History in Focus organises various lectures and courses throughout the year, which are open for all to join. These are characterised by a relaxed and entertaining learning environment, which often allows for lively discussion. All of Siân’s lectures are currently being live streamed – these are easy to access, entertaining and informative, with prices from £10. Tune in from anywhere in the world - join the live sessions with Q&A, or watch later on catch-up.
The Glory of Venice - Masterpieces of the National Gallery
Wednesday 22nd to Friday 24th July 11am-1pm
Join our new course exploring the enduring appeal of Venetian Art in the company of one of the National Gallery's specialist lecturers, Siân Walters. Live streamed lectures and Q and A
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Titian: Love, Desire, Death
Monday 7th September 6pm
An online live lecture at 6.00pm British Summer Time (BST)
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Venice in Peril Event for Friends
Friday 11th September at 6pm
A special guest lecture for Friends of Art History in Focus given by the President of Venice in Peril
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Deceiving the Eye: A History of Trompe l'Oeil Painting
Monday 14th September 6pm
An online live lecture at 6.00pm British Summer Time (BST)
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Treasures of Art and Architecture in Vienna
Wednesday 16th to Friday 18th September 11am-1pm
Join our new course exploring the fascinating history of Viennese art and architecture in the company of art historian Siân Walters. Live streamed lectures and Q and A
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Painting in Focus: Mme X
Monday 21st September 6pm
An online live lecture at 6.00pm British Summer Time (BST)
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Painting in Focus: Caravaggio's Taking of Christ
Monday 28th September 6pm
An online live lecture at 6.00pm British Summer Time (BST)
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Artemisia
Monday 5th October 6pm
An introductory lecture dedicated to the much anticipated Artemisia Gentileschi exhibition which opens on October 3rd
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Public Lectures
For details of Siân Walters’s up-and-coming public lectures, please click the link below.
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PRIVATE Courses & Lectures
Consider the flexibility of a private art history lecture or course, which can take place in a venue of your choice at a time convenient to you.
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Lecture, Course and Study Day Topics
If you are planning a corporate event, or considering a private lecture or tour of a museum or exhibitions, here are some suggestions.
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Thank you for another totally brilliant experience, you give us so much to enjoy and to contemplate in all these amazing online sessions!”
Caroline Tate
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