Conversations with painting

Looking at paintings can make us feel good. Neuroscientists have discovered that looking at a beautiful artwork can increase the blood flow to the part of the brain associated with pleasure by as much as 10 per cent.

This event offers a special opportunity to join a small group in a quiet room to silently observe one painting. Your contemplation will be accompanied by slow guidance to deepen your engagement and focus your attention. We will then discuss our individual responses to the experience and the conversation will continue over a cup of tea. No prior knowledge of art history is necessary.