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1 Sept - Dec 2012 Exhibitions and activities Southampton City Art Gallery / Tudor House & Garden / SeaCity Museum

Exhibitions Tudor House & Garden Welcome.

autumn programme of new exhibitions, accompanied by a wide range of activities for adults.

From Jan July 2013 the West-Wing galleries will be closed to the public while repairs are carried out; this includes The Perseus

Susan Cutts: Cherish Until 7 October Amassable: Collections with connections 13 October - 3 March 2013 Featuring collections

acquire, catalogue, display and care for their treasures. The ethos of collecting hasn t changed through time.

2 Exhibitions Tudor House & Garden Welcome... Gary Stevens: Now and Again 14 September - 23 December Titanic the Legend Until 30 August 2013 to Southampton Arts and Heritage autumn programme of new exhibitions, accompanied by a wide range of activities for adults. Due to Civic Centre repair and improvement works, access to the Art Gallery for users of larger electric wheelchairs will be limited from September. Please ensure that you telephone in advance of your visit to confirm access arrangements, call From Jan July 2013 the West-Wing galleries will be closed to the public while repairs are carried out; this includes The Perseus Series by Burne-Jones. Susan Cutts: Cherish Until 7 October Amassable: Collections with connections 13 October - 3 March 2013 Featuring collections borrowed from Southampton s residents and from the city s own extensive and diverse holdings, Amassable is a modern day cabinet of curiosity. This exhibition explores the stories behind collections, giving an insight into the personalities of the people who seek out, acquire, catalogue, display and care for their treasures. The ethos of collecting hasn t changed through time. The cigarette cards of the early 20th century were collected, used and traded in much the same way as Pokémon cards are now - collecting is today what it was yesterday. What do you collect? a photo of your collection and your story about why you collect, for inclusion on Tudor House s Facebook pages to tom.joyce@southampton.gov.uk Don t miss... Tudor Revels All things Tudor Weekend Sat 29 & Sun 30 Sept / 10am 5pm Tudor House and Garden FREE entrance Step back in time to the 1500s with Tudor Revels. Tudor House and Garden will open the doors free of charge to engage and entertain you, visit website for more information.

Exhibitions Southampton City Art Gallery Gary Stevens: Now and Again 14 September - 23 December, Galleries 1-4 ART to DANCE 28 September 2012-13 January 2013, Gallery 8 Gary Stevens Now and Again:

The exhibition will include two new works Containment and Now and Again: Westgate, Southampton alongside his acclaimed video installations Slow Life and Wake Up & Hide.

3 Exhibitions Southampton City Art Gallery Gary Stevens: Now and Again 14 September - 23 December, Galleries 1-4 ART to DANCE 28 September January 2013, Gallery 8 Gary Stevens Now and Again: Westgate, Southampton (video still) 2012 the artist Now and Again - Gary Steven s largest solo show to date - sees new works displayed alongside retrospective and seminal video pieces. The exhibition will include two new works Containment and Now and Again: Westgate, Southampton alongside his acclaimed video installations Slow Life and Wake Up & Hide. The additional work, Containment has a sculptural quality to it where images intermingle on clusters of video monitors in the gallery. Stevens is a British artist who has developed an inter-related body of work that spans performances and video installations since An evening with Gary Stevens: Live performance & talk ART to DANCE workshop 2012, Photography Sarah Filmer ART to DANCE was first exhibited at Southampton City Art Gallery in January and now returns with exciting additions of the best works created by workshop participants and local artists inspired by the show. Photographs, drawings, sound bites and a specially commissioned film will accompany the exhibition of paintings and sculptures selected from the gallery s permanent collection by Mayuri Boonham, a leading British exponent of South Asian dance. ART to DANCE is part of Art at the Heart a partnership between Southampton s arts organisations and the City Council to bring exciting events and projects to Southampton s emerging Cultural Quarter. Making reference to landscape, still life and portraiture painting the new works explore complex representations of time, presence and absence. Peopled by local inhabitants, Now and Again: Westgate, Southampton has been filmed from four different perspectives at the Westgate in Southampton s Old Town, and will reveal an understated, uncanny aspect to everyday activity with an emerging sense of synchronicity. Sat 27 Oct / 6 8pm / Art Gallery & Lecture Theatre / 8.50, 7.50 conc We are delighted to present a unique event with artist Gary Stevens, to celebrate the launch of Southampton Film Week. See events pages of this leaflet for more details.

Portrait Pairs 14 September 2012-13 January 2013, Gallery 6 This fresh look at portrait painting aims to illuminate the overt or hidden messages that artists include in their compositions in order to

François Gérard, (1770 1837), Napoleon, 1769-1821 (left) Thomas Gainsborough (1727 1788), George Venables Vernon, 1767 (right) Nags to Thoroughbreds 14 September 2012-27 January 2013, Main Hall Sir

Alfred James Munnings (1878 1959), After the Race Lost Star 11 August - 14 October Gallery Foyer Lost Star is a collection of prints produced by members of Red Hot Press print workshop in Southampton.

4 Portrait Pairs 14 September January 2013, Gallery 6 This fresh look at portrait painting aims to illuminate the overt or hidden messages that artists include in their compositions in order to tell stories and present their sitters in a certain light. François Gérard, ( ), Napoleon, (left) Thomas Gainsborough ( ), George Venables Vernon, 1767 (right) Nags to Thoroughbreds 14 September January 2013, Main Hall Sir Alfred Munnings magnificent painting After the Race is the focal point of this new display. It features some of the Gallery s fine horse paintings brought together for the first time in many years. Alfred James Munnings ( ), After the Race Lost Star 11 August - 14 October Gallery Foyer Lost Star is a collection of prints produced by members of Red Hot Press print workshop in Southampton. It commemorates the centenary of the launch and subsequent loss of the RMS Titanic. The unique responses have been portrayed in a variety of printmaking techniques including linocut and etching. All the prints and a beautifully illustrated book to accompany the exhibition are available to buy. Meet the Artists Sun 7 Oct / 3 5pm / Gallery foyer / FREE Come along to hear some of artists from Red Hot Press talk about the Lost Star project and how and why they created their individual prints. Sarah Mander Titanic (Collograph) the artist Forthcoming Exhibitions The Philip Schlee Collection of Drawings 14 January - 21 April 2013 Exhibitions SeaCity Museum Don t miss... Titanic the Legend Continues until 30 August 2013 One hundred years after she sank, the story of Titanic continues to fascinate. It s been extensively researched, remembered, and commemorated. When did disaster become a romance? What lessons were learned? Should artefacts be salvaged from the wreck site? These are just some of the questions being posed in this exhibition. Local Titanic historians, writers, academics and scientists explore how and why the legend endures through the literature, films and merchandise that has proliferated from the story. Whether you have personal links to Titanic or your interest is academic, or even if you don t quite see what the fuss is all about, this exhibition also invites you to share your views at interactive stations in the gallery space.

/ or A1 paper. The workshops are suitable for all abilities apart from absolute beginners.

5 Art and craft workshops How to book: Advanced booking is essential for all our activities. Telephone: LIFE DRAWING Saturday Life Drawing 22 Sept, 27 Oct, 24 Nov, 26 Jan, 16 Feb 11am 4pm / Art Gallery / 30 per session Please provide own pencils, charcoal, putty rubber, A2 and / or A1 paper. The workshops are suitable for all abilities apart from absolute beginners. Working closely with the models, artist Melanie Rose uses music, timed poses, movement and alternative drawing exercises to challenge our perceived ways of looking and mark making. The atmosphere in Melanie s classes is relaxed and friendly. PLEASE NOTE: Sept and Nov sessions will be whole day poses. As part of the Art Gallery s partnership with Adult and Community Learning, adults aged 19 and over may be eligible for a discount on workshop activities. Please ask for details. ARTS AND CRAFTS Introduction to wire figures Sun 16 Sept 11am 4pm / Art Gallery Education Room / 38 Join artist Debra Marsh and learn the art of drawing with wire. Spend the day working with a variety of wire, discovering the techniques and processes to create a stunning 3D figure. Drawing the figure in period costume Sun 23 Sept 11am 4pm Tudor House / 30 Enjoy a clothed figure drawing class with a difference, in the authentic surroundings of Tudor House, with a model dressed in Tudor period costume. The class is intended for people at all levels of ability and one-toone tuition will be offered for those who would welcome it. Led by artist Brian Reynolds. Some materials will be provided, bring extra pencils, etc if you wish. Colour rhythms painting and drawing workshop Sun 7 Oct / 11am 4pm Art Gallery Education Room / 30 Let your imagination run free, while learning skills of colour composition, watercolour brushwork and pastel drawing, inspired by early 20th century masters Klee and Kandinsky. Led by artist Abi Kremer. Please bring watercolour paper, a selection of brushes and paints. Spend your break enjoying a performance in the gallery as part of Music in the City. Get crafty with decoupage Sat 13 Oct / 10.30am 3.30pm Tudor House / 32 Using pretty and attractive papers, artist Kate Woodley-Smith will show you how to transform everyday objects into something stunning. We provide a box and a bracelet for you to decoupage but please bring another object of your choice such as a metal tin, tray or small item. Art of floristry Sun 2 Dec / Art Gallery 10.30am 4pm / 39 all materials provided Join Owen Lavin of Southampton based florists Little Lillies for this brilliant opportunity to take your floral arrangements beyond the vase for Christmas. Spend the day learning from and being inspired by Owen, who uses his experience as a trained fine artist to create stunning floral sculptures. The day will include looking at Owen s work, learning about organic materials, objects and seasonal flowers and creating your own festive floral frame

For more details of listings visit www.southampton.gov.uk/whatson Special events art gallery To book telephone 023 8083 4536 An introduction to your sewing machine Sat 17 Nov / 10.

So dust off yor sewing machine and bring it along for this fun and informal session. Please bring your machine, all the attachments, threads, and some fabric to practice with.

6 For more details of listings visit Special events art gallery To book telephone An introduction to your sewing machine Sat 17 Nov / 10.30am 4pm Tudor House / 25 Learn to make the most of your machine with this introductory session. Led by trainer Dalia Vainorius. So dust off yor sewing machine and bring it along for this fun and informal session. Please bring your machine, all the attachments, threads, and some fabric to practice with. Christmas bead embroidery Sat 24 Nov / 10am 3.30pm / SeaCity Museum / 35 This inspirational workshop will show you how to use beads, oddments and scraps to create a beautiful embroidered brooch or pendant, with the help of designer Dalia Varinorius. All materials provided, but bring extra beads etc. if you wish. Glass vase painting Sat 1 Dec 10.30am 3.30pm Tudor House/ 35 Join artist Kate Woodley- Smith as she helps you create a fantastic vase for Christmas and learn techniques of painting on glass with a variety of brushes and utensils. All materials provided. Introduction to portrait drawing Sun 20 Jan am 4pm / Art Gallery Education Room / 30 This workshop will look at the basic elements of portrait drawing including composing the picture and using tone to reveal shape and form. No experience is necessary; the workshop offers a friendly and supportive environment, and aims to give you a great introduction to this fascinating and rewarding subject. Some materials will be provided, bring extra pencils, etc. if you wish Art to Dance Dance photography master-class Sat 29 Sept / 10.30am 4pm / Art Gallery / 60 tea & coffee provided Take part in a masterclass with world-renowned dance photographer Chris Nash. For budding photographers this is an amazing opportunity to explore the art of dance photography. This workshop will look at different ways to approach photographing dance and dancers in the setting of an art gallery, drawing inspiration from the surrounding artworks. Chris Nash will demonstrate different lighting and camera techniques, as well as explaining his approach to photographing movement. Participants will need to bring a DSLR camera (if possible with spare lenses) and a tripod. Art to Dance Filmmaking and the arts Sun 4 Nov / 2 3pm / Art Gallery / 2 3pm / FREE An exciting opportunity to listen to accomplished film artist Sarah Filmer. Using Art to Dance as an example, Sarah will discuss how choreography has been approached using visual art as a starting point. Sarah s films, commissioned for Art to Dance, will be on show for the duration of the exhibition and her talk is included amongst many other fascinating events in Southampton Film Week s programme. Art to Dance Drawn to life Sat 12 Jan 2013 / 1 3pm Art Gallery / 10 This clothed life drawing session, with dancers as models explores the dynamics of movement within drawing in a series of controlled exercises. This workshop, led by artist Melanie Rose, will explore gestural drawing in response to both sound and movement. ART to DANCE is part of Art at the Heart a partnership between Southampton s arts organisations and the City Council to bring exciting events and projects to Southampton s emerging Cultural Quarter. ART to DANCE workshop 2012, Photography Sarah Filmer

Tudor Revels All things Tudor weekend Sat 29 & Sun 30 Sept / 10am 5pm / Tudor House and Garden / FREE entrance free Step back in time to the 1500s with Tudor Revels.

applicable). This event is not to be missed, a great day out for all the family. Please see www.tudorhouseandgarden.com for further details. FoSMAG Monthly events Wed 14 Nov / 10.

30am / Sir James Matthews Building, Southampton Solent University Peter Jarvis, Senior Lecturer in Drawing and Design. The Picturesque Movement. All talks FoSMAG 3.50, visitors 5. Full details at www.

50 conc We are delighted to present a unique event with artist Gary Stevens, to celebrate the launch of Southampton Film Week.

Following the 30 minute performance, the audience are invited to have a glass of wine and enjoy his exhibition, before an illustrated talk by the artist.

7 Tudor Revels All things Tudor weekend Sat 29 & Sun 30 Sept / 10am 5pm / Tudor House and Garden / FREE entrance free Step back in time to the 1500s with Tudor Revels. Tudor House and Garden will open the doors free of charge to engage and entertain you, with costumed re-enactors, Tudor performers, a range of children s activities and a free Lute workshop (booking applicable). This event is not to be missed, a great day out for all the family. Please see for further details. FoSMAG Monthly events Wed 14 Nov / 10.30am / Art Gallery Lecture Theatre Artist Derek Hill ( ) with Adrian Light, Southampton Green Badge Guide Wed 12 Dec / 10.30am / Sir James Matthews Building, Southampton Solent University Peter Jarvis, Senior Lecturer in Drawing and Design. The Picturesque Movement. All talks FoSMAG 3.50, visitors 5. Full details at or phone An evening with Gary Stevens: Live performance and talk Sat 27 Oct / 6 8pm / Art Gallery & Lecture Theatre / 8.50, 7.50 conc We are delighted to present a unique event with artist Gary Stevens, to celebrate the launch of Southampton Film Week. Gary, whose exhibition Now and Again is currently running in the gallery, will be giving a special live performance of his acclaimed solo Not Tony. Following the 30 minute performance, the audience are invited to have a glass of wine and enjoy his exhibition, before an illustrated talk by the artist. Talks, tours study days & lectures Friday Touch Tours: for gallery and museum visitors with visual impairments 21 Sept at Tudor House & 23 Nov at Art Gallery / 25 Jan at SeaCity Museum free 10.30am 12.30pm / FREE Book early to avoid disappointment Visual impairment is no barrier to the appreciation of art and heritage. Join our Touch Tour sessions to explore the inspiring collections and exhibitions the gallery and museums have to offer you. Friendly and informal you need no prior knowledge to enjoy our sessions. Looking can include handling, discussion and insights into history and techniques. Led by experienced artist Jo Bressloff. Sunday tours of Tudor House & Garden 7 Oct, 21 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov, 2 Dec, 16 Dec FREE tour, entrance fee to museum applies Join local historian Simon Reynier for a 45 minute free tour of Tudor House and Garden. Find out more about this historic house and the people who once lived here. Times vary on each day, so please call in advance. Clock Tower Tours 13 Oct & 8 Dec 10-11am & 11am-12pm SeaCity Museum / 5.50, 4.50 conc. Charge is for tour only entrance to SeaCity Museum additional Secure a rare opportunity to ascend the magnificent Clock Tower and see Southampton from a whole new perspective. Learn about the history of the clock, the Civic Centre and its famous architecture. You must be in good health as there are 215 steps to climb and no lift available. No open toe shoes or heels permitted.

Art To book telephone 023 8083 4536 venue FOR HIRe The history of your house Mon 5 Nov / 10.30am 12.30pm & 1.30 3.

Join our archaeological expert for a morning session exploring the ancient settlements that came to be modern Southampton.

Please note our archives only hold original material that relates to Southampton, so the house you wish to research must be in this area. Medieval study day Sat 24 Nov / 10.30am 3.

8 Art To book telephone venue FOR HIRe The history of your house Mon 5 Nov / 10.30am 12.30pm & pm SeaCity Museum & Archives / 10 per session, or 18 for the full day (lunch not included) Have you ever wondered what secrets your house might be hiding? Join our archaeological expert for a morning session exploring the ancient settlements that came to be modern Southampton. In the afternoon visit Archives for the opportunity to explore sources available to uncover the history of your house. Please note our archives only hold original material that relates to Southampton, so the house you wish to research must be in this area. Medieval study day Sat 24 Nov / 10.30am 3.30pm / Tudor House 20, 18 conc (lunch not included) Join Dr Andy Russel to Investigate Southampton s past from AD during this informative study day. Learn more about the latest theories and discoveries about the early growth of Southampton, the French Raids and the Black Death. Get hands on with artifact handling and walk the medieval walls, including the royal castle and wine vaults. Marina Abramovic: The ar tist i s p resent Sat 3 Nov/ 2-4pm / Art Gallery Lecture Theatre 4.50 / pre-book through Southampton Film Week week.com To coincide with SCAG s exciting autumn exhibition programme featuring Gary Stevens and Art to Dance. Southampton Film Week are delighted to present a unique showing of Marina Abramovic. The artist is present. (Certificate 15). Introduction to art history: Looking at performance art Sat 1 Dec / 10am 4pm Art Gallery Lecture Theatre / 25, 22 conc What is Performance Art? Discover the origins of Performance Art, its inspirations, meanings and development. Learn about the starting point for this form, the Dada Movement and its various incarnations to performance art today. Led by Jennie Spiers, this course will also include a tour of the Gary Stevens video performance work and Art to Dance. Introduction to art history: Beginner s guide Sat 12 Jan am 4pm / Art Gallery Lecture Theatre / 25, 22 conc Join accomplished art historian, Jennie Spiers on this informal and enjoyable day looking at the origins of art history, including how to read a painting. Get the maximum enjoyment out of a work of art and take a tour of the gallery to look at specific artworks for an in-depth discussion. If you are looking for a venue at the very heart of the city of Southampton to provide a unique backdrop to a conference or event, then look no further than SeaCity Museum. To book your event please contact the SeaCity Museum admin team on Or museums@ southampton.gov.uk Claude Monet ( ), The Church at Vétheuil, 1880

Monthly lectures Weddings at tudor House Tudor House & Garden offers a unique and beautiful location to celebrate your wedding or civil ceremony, from the 16th century Banqueting Hall, to the lovely

com Gateway to the World: Early Settlers Sat 15 Sept / 11am 12noon / SeaCity Museum / 5.50, 4.50 conc.

Discover the skills early settlers brought, how they lived and why they arrived in Southampton. An evening with Alison Weir Thurs 4 Oct / 7.

She will explore the Tudor period with Mary Boleyn, sister of Anne, lover of Henry VIII and the rumours and scandal that became her life. Southampton s Past Times Monthly Thursday lecture series 7.

50 FoSMAG, SCMAS) Thurs 13 Sept Maianna Moreau and Jenny Cuffe This is my home now Topic: This talk explores the recorded stories of people who have sought refuge from conflict or persecution in

9 Monthly lectures Weddings at tudor House Tudor House & Garden offers a unique and beautiful location to celebrate your wedding or civil ceremony, from the 16th century Banqueting Hall, to the lovely Georgian Room overlooking the Garden. For further information please call or museums@southampton.gov.uk Gateway to the World: Early Settlers Sat 15 Sept / 11am 12noon / SeaCity Museum / 5.50, 4.50 conc. Charge is for tour only Southampton s archaeological past will be explored during this informative gallery tour and talk. Discover the skills early settlers brought, how they lived and why they arrived in Southampton. An evening with Alison Weir Thurs 4 Oct / 7.30pm Lecture Theatre / 4 To book call Alison Weir is one of the country s top selling historians with worldwide sales of 2.3 million. She will explore the Tudor period with Mary Boleyn, sister of Anne, lover of Henry VIII and the rumours and scandal that became her life. Southampton s Past Times Monthly Thursday lecture series pm / Westgate Hall, Westgate Street SO14 2AY 4.50 ( 3.50 FoSMAG, SCMAS) Thurs 13 Sept Maianna Moreau and Jenny Cuffe This is my home now Topic: This talk explores the recorded stories of people who have sought refuge from conflict or persecution in their homeland and now live in Southampton. Thurs 11 Oct Dr Cheryl Butler The Trinity, The Angel & The Elizabeth Topic: This lecture puts a spotlight on three Southampton ships that could be said to have changed the course of history in the sixteenth century. Thurs 8 Nov Dr John McAleer, History Department, University of Southampton The Seven Years War ( ): The First World War Topic: The Seven Years War, the first war to be fought on a global space, irrevocably changed the history of Britain. It resulted in laying the foundations of a truly global empire. A memorial to Edward Hawke in St Nicolas, North Stoneham, commemorates the victory at the Battle of Quiberon Bay. For more information about forthcoming dates from 13 Dec visit Christmas closures Mon 24 Dec All venues closed Tues 25 Dec All venues closed Wed 26 Dec All venues closed Thurs 27 Dec Mon 31 Dec SeaCity Museum Open daily 10am 5pm Thurs 27 Dec Mon 31 Dec Tudor House and Southampton City Art Gallery CLOSED Tues 1 Jan All venues closed Wed 2 Jan All venues re-open

Visitor information Visit www.southampton.gov.

10 Visitor information Visit How to book Advance booking is essential for all our ticketed talks, workshops and events By telephone In person Book places for gallery, museum events and workshops, at the Gallery Shop, Gallery Foyer, Civic Centre, SO14 7LP Open daily, 10am-5pm Cancellations must be received seven working days prior to event for a refund to be given. Cancellations received after this period will not be refunded. For more details of listings visit Venue hire The Gallery and Museums all offer unusual and inspiring venues for corporate and private events including wedding ceremonies, training days, drinks and canapé receptions. For more details about individual venue facilities, or to arrange a viewing contact the Admin team on or museums@southampton.gov.uk for more details. Adult groups and team building days Try something different this year for your group s annual visit or team building day. Whether you want to get messy and hands-on, stay clean but do something creative or find out tales of your city s heritage we can put together a day that will be engaging, beneficial and memorable for your group. Sessions can take place at any of our venues, focus on art, history or combine interesting elements from across our diverse collections. Participants will get to know each other in a relaxed and friendly environment. For more information gallery.education@southampton.gov.uk THe GALLeY FOOD & DRIn K Open daily 10am to 5pm entry to the Galley and SeaCity Museum shop is FRee The Museums and Gallery are open daily 10am-5pm See previous page for Christmas closures. Archives Open: Tues, Wed & Thur 10am-4pm Basement, South Block, Civic Centre, Civic Centre Road SO14 7LY museums@southampton.gov.uk Tel: SeaCity Museum Havelock Road, Southampton, SO14 7FY Prices for the museum entry including special exhibition: Adults 8.50 Concessions (students, children aged 5-16 years and adults over 60) 6 Family (2 adults and 3 children) 25 Group bookings (minimum of 10 people, advance booking and payment only) 6.50 Joint ticket for Tudor House and Garden Under 5s FREE Disabled person s carer FREE museums@southampton.gov.uk Tel: Southampton City Art Gallery First Floor, North Block, Civic Centre, Commercial Road, Southampton, free SO14 7LP museums@southampton.gov.uk Tel: Tudor House and Gardens St Michael s Square, Bugle Street, Old Town, Southampton SO14 2AD Tickets include free audio tour for adults or children. Adult 4.75 Concessions (students and adults over 60) 3.75 Children aged 5-16 years 3 Family (2 adults and 3 children) 12 Under 5s Disabled person s carer FREE FREE museums@southampton.gov.uk Tel: Westgate Hall Westgate Street, off Bugle Street, Southampton, SO14 2AY museums@southampton.gov.uk Tel: You can find a parking map at SeaCity Museum images credit: Luke Hayes

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