- Tuesday, 17 September 2024
- Tuesday, 15 October 2024
- Tuesday, 19 November 2024
About
These sessions combine a detailed audio description of a Gallery painting led by Gallery Educator Katy Tarbard with a new piece of music composed and performed by cellist Nina Plapp.
Although these sessions have been designed for blind and partially sighted visitors, we welcome everyone to experience paintings on this multi-dimensional level.
Sessions are held seated in front of the painting. Please meet in the advertised room or meet 15 minutes before the start of the talk at the Getty Entrance to be guided to the room. Guide dogs and assistance dogs are welcome.
To discuss any additional access requirements, please email: education@nationalgallery.org.uk
September
In this session we will explore and bring to life through words and music this epic battle scene depicting a Florentine victory at San Romano in 1432.
October
In this session we will examine this arresting artwork by the 17th-century painter Salvator Rosa, which expressively conveys a scene of the supernatural.
November
In this session we will focus on this iconic festival scene by Canaletto. Using words and music we will conjure up the sights and sounds of Venice.
Katy Tarbard
Katy Tarbard has over 20 years of teaching and programming experience in gallery education departments, working to connect visitors of all ages with their love of artworks. Her areas of interest include the history of the National Gallery Collection and its methods of display. Her favourite artists include Titian, Turner and Van Gogh.
Nina Plapp
Nina is a composer and cellist from the UK, she studied Cello Performance at Trinity College of Music (LABAN) London. She composes for theatre, dance and mixed media projects and has had her music performed in the USA, China and the UK. She is the winner of the 'journey of a lifetime award' and produced a radio documentary for the BBC charting her musical adventure, exploring the music heritage of gypsy communities from Rajasthan to Romania.
Nina has performed with major international artists including Rox, Angie Brown (Fatboy Slim, Bizzare inc.) Alison David (Red Snapper), supported The Charlatans and The Flaming Lips, and was a regular player for Tam Wing Lun on his stadium tours.
Nina has also performed her music live on Midweek (BBC Radio 4) and composes for her own folk band 'Blue Slipper Music' who can be heard on BBC introducing.
Audio art: Utterly in the picture
- Tuesday, 17 September 2024
- Tuesday, 15 October 2024
- Tuesday, 19 November 2024
Free, drop-in sessions
Although this event does not require booking, we encourage you to book a free Gallery entry ticket to gain admission to the National Gallery and save time on arrival.
Please note, Gallery entry does not guarantee admission to this event. Places are available on a first come, first served basis with priority given to blind and partially sighted visitors.
Guide dogs and assistance dogs are welcome.
To discuss any additional access requirements, please email: education@nationalgallery.org.uk