Join us for 'THE AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT' - Day 3 of a fascinating 3 day series of talks to be held in Kennet Valley Hall, Lockeridge, Marlborough SN8 4EL

Wednesday 21st May 2025

Gainsborough and Brown - art as nature or nature as art with speaker Caroline Holmes

This day will explore the eclectic mix of profitable, artistic and moral landscapes in 18th century England. Brown, the ‘earthmover’, transformed estates; Gainsborough, was the originator of the English landscape painting school. Both were country boys who enjoyed the patronage of great houses. The life and work of both Brown and Gainsborough will be considered in the context of Georgian culture and patronage.

The programme for the day is:

10:30 - 1st lecture - The Life and Works of Thomas Gainsborough

11:30 - 12:00 - Coffee break

12:00 - 13:00 - 2nd lecture - The genesis of Lancelot "Capability" Brown

13:00 - 14:00 - Lunch

14:00 - 15:00 - 3rd lecture - Georgian Culture and Patronage

Fee: £38 including buffet lunch

If any queries, please email Caroline on wessexconnectedevents@gmail.com