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Adult talks


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Antarctic Hero: Edward Adrian Wilson
Thursday 25 February, 1pm
Join Isobel Williams for a special lunchtime presentation in connection with our current photographic exhibition 'With Scott to the Pole'.  The presentation has a particular focus on Edward Wilson, the explorer, naturalist and artist, who was the only officer to go with Scott on both of the British Antarctic expeditions in the early 1900s, and who died with Scott on the return journey from the Pole in 1912.  The illustrated talk also includes a short film shot by Herbert Ponting in 1911.

Tickets for this event are £3.  Space is limited so early booking is essential.  To book your place, please visit the gallery shop, or call 01483 444741.

Painting the Downs:  a demonstration by Chris Forsey 
Wednesday 10 March, 11am - 1pm
Chris Forsey will be performing a demonstration of the methods he uses in producing his paintings and will be on hand to answer any questions.  Chris is exhibiting his work at Guildford House Gallery from 6 March to 27 March 2010.  Please note: This demonstration is now fully booked.  Please feel free to call again in March and check for any cancellations that we may have had.

Marion May
Tuesday 16 March 2010, 1pm
Marion May will be giving an illustrated lunchtime talk on all the costumes featured in her exhibition which is taking place in the Garden Room at Guildford House Gallery from 6 March to 27 March 2010.

Surrey Photographic Association
Wednesday 14 April 2010, 1pm
Join Richard Woodhouse, an internationally published wedding photographer for a free lunchtime talk.  The talk is entitled “How to Take Better Pictures” and is an introduction on how to improve your photography using compact cameras.

Verity Darby
Tuesday 18 May 2010, 1pm

Verity Darby will be at Guildford House Gallery for a ‘Meet the artist’ session, talking about the inspiration behind her paintings and explaining the colour palette, materials and methods used.

Our free lunchtime talks are usually held in The Brew House in the courtyard of Guildford House Gallery and are getting more and more popular.  Space is limited to 40 places and are free to attend but you must reserve your seat either:

  • in person at reception,
  • by contacting the Gallery using the details below,
  • or by using our online booking form below.

It would also be very much appreciated if you could let us know if you cannot take up a seat you have pre-booked.

Guildford House Gallery
155 High Street
Guildford
Surrey
GU1 3AJ

Tel: 01483 444742
Email: guildfordhouse@guildford.gov.uk

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