Art and Life in Santa Fe, New Mexico – November 2016

On 18th November 2016, we hosted a Day of Special Interest, at the Glebe Hotel, Barford, given by Dr James Russell, entitled “Art and Life in Santa Fe, New Mexico.”

As well as interesting lectures on the history and geography of the Santa Fe area, and how an artistic community was attracted to the area, the work of Georgia O’Keeffe featured strongly. The day followed shortly after the end of the exhibition of her work at Tate Modern.
Georgia O’Keeffe at Tate Modern

Biennial Dinner – May 2016

On 25th May, we held our biennial dinner at Stoneleigh Abbey – with an excellent meal in a beautiful setting, followed by a talk on the history of the Abbey by the curator David Eaves.

The evening was a great success and very well attended.

John Singer Sargent – November 2015

On 20th November 2015, we held a very successful study day (Day of Special Interest) at the Glebe Hotel , Barford, on the work of John Singer Sargent, entitled – ” Fizz and Crackle – Imagination, Innovation  and Curiosity on the work of John Singer Sargent.”

Mary Alexander was our lecturer for the day, and gave us a most informative, entertaining and visually enjoyable three lectures about this prolific artist.