Van Gogh and Post-Impressionism
About
Join BSL (British Sign Language) lecturer Alan Murray for a tour exploring how painting in France was radically transformed towards the end of the 19th century.
Alan will explore the work of Vincent Van Gogh and other artists such as Cezanne, Gaugin and Seurat. Artists, who were aware of Impressionism, but sought to move beyond it.
This talk compliments our exhibition 'Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers'.
This talk will be delivered in British Sign Language (BSL) and interpreted into spoken English.
This session will be led by a Deaf lecturer in British Sign Language with interpretation in spoken English.
Your speaker
Alan Murray MBE, a Deaf BSL user, is a trainer and consultant with a deep, lifelong interest in arts, culture, history and heritage. This interest, coupled with his strong belief that the arts should be accessible for all, is what fuels Alan’s passion for delivering culturally rich guided tours and talks in BSL; breaking down barriers and opening up the arts to the Deaf BSL-using community across London.
Supported by
Supported by The D’Oyly Carte Charitable Trust
British Sign Language tour
Van Gogh and Post-Impressionism
Free
These tours are available on a first come, first served basis, with priority given to BSL users.
Although you do not need to book the tour, we encourage each individual to book a free Gallery entry ticket to gain admission to the National Gallery and save time on arrival.
Please arrive in good time to access the building and find the meeting place in Room 43.