michael bird

Talk: Something Beyond Ourselves: Trevor Bell and The Idea Of Abstraction

During Trevor Bell’s long career, the fortunes of abstract painting rose and fell, but Bell always remained committed to abstraction.

Writer and independent art historian, Michael Bird, explores the changing ideas and ideals embodied by abstract painting in the second half of the 20th century, beginning with Bell’s arrival in 1955 in the abstract outpost of St Ives.

Date: Tuesday 22 May Time: 19:00 Ticket information: £6/£4.20/Friends free

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Lunchtime Talk: Sandra Blow - Making the Splash

Join author Michael Bird as he explores the life and work of Sandra Blow, one of the most important artists of the last 50 years. Starting with Blow’s great red splash painting ‘Vivace’, 1988, he reveals a vivid artistic life full of emotion and experimentation and asks if there is ever a straightforward connection between life and art.

Admission is free (suggested donation £2). Tickets must be booked in advance by calling 01752 304774 or collecting in person from the Museum's Welcome Desk. Any unreserved tickets will be available on the day. For the enjoyment of all attendees we...