Lunchtime Conversation: Ravilious’ style, technique and conservation
Saturday 5 August 2023, 1.30pm
Free, drop-in
This event is part of Lunchtime Responses: a series of events where we invite you to hear new perspectives, unique takes and personal stories about the varied works on display at the gallery.
Join Towner conservator, Corinne Farmer, for a 20-minute discussion about the care and conservation of works by Eric Ravilious in the exhibition The Living Collection.
Ravilious’ watercolours demonstrate how he used many different layers of media in his works.
Corinne’s conservation investigations over many years have led to a greater understanding of his technique and how to care for these delicate works. She will discuss her findings arising from working with Ravilious material.
During the talk you’ll be able to ask questions.
This is a drop-in, free event for all.
Meet inside Gallery 1 on the first floor.
About Corinne Farmer, ACR PhD PgCE, Accredited Conservator & Consultant
Corinne Farmer has over 40 years experience as a practising Conservator and tutor, many of which have been spent working with the Towner Collection.
Accessibility
We have a budget available to make this event as accessible as possible – this can include interpretation services or other access needs we can meet to enable you to participate.
If you require access arrangements, please email programme@townereastbourne.org.uk two weeks before the event date so that we can book a service if needed.
About Gallery 1
○ There is one set of large, heavy glass doors leading into and out of the exhibition.
○ The artworks in this exhibition should not be touched.
○ The reading level of the wall text and labels is 10+ years.
○ Large print guides are available here.
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○ Audio guides are not available.
○ Braille guides are not available.
○ Easy Read guides are not available
○ The gallery space is well-lit but not bright.
○ All spaces are scent-free.
○ The galleries are busiest between 11.00am and 2.00pm.
○ Some seating is available in the space. Portable seating is available on request.
○ Ear plugs, ear defenders, magnifying glasses, and wheelchairs are available.
○ A quiet relaxed space with low lighting is available in Ravilious Gallery and Collection Library next door.
○ A gender-neutral, wheelchair-accessible bathroom can be found on the ground floor.
○ Comfortable space for service animals to rest can be found in the ground floor foyer, with watering facilities available in the nearby cafe.
