Mon, 22 May
|Coffs Harbour
Foreigners in London 1520 – 1677 The Artists that Changed the Course of British Art (1)
Leslie Primo explains why foreigner painters were preferred by the aristocracy in London to native-born English painters, why foreigners came in the first place, what the impact of foreigners was in London on English art and art practice, how were they greeted by the native born artists.
Time & Location
22 May 2023, 6:00 pm – 7:20 pm
Coffs Harbour, 1 John Champion Way, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450, Australia
About the event
Why were foreigner painters preferred by the aristocracy in London to native-born English painters, why did foreigners come in the first place, what was their motivation, and what was the impact of foreigners in London on English art and art practise? The lecture will look at the various formats and uses of art, tracing foreign artists from the Tudor period through to the Renaissance and Baroque, looking at their origins and how they came to work in England. It will examine the contributions of artists such as Holbein, Gerrit van Honthorst, Marcus Gheeraerts the younger, Lucas and Susanna Horenbout, Isaac Oliver, Paulus van Somer, van Dyck, Peter Lely, and Rubens. This lecture will look at how these artists influenced the British School of painting and assess their legacy.
Art Discovery with Leslie Primo
Fine Art Lecturer, Author & Broadcaster
Ever been to an art gallery and wondered around looking at paintings wondering what on earth they could possibly be all about? Ever felt ill equipped and overwhelmed by the sheer volume of work on display? What would be really great is if you could find someone to personally decipher all that art jargon and tell you all about your favourite pictures in a way that was easy to understand. But where do you find such a person that can unlock all the secrets of your favourite paintings? Well your troubles are over. Leslie Primo.