Talk and workshop on self-portrait techniqu (From Durham Times)

Talk and workshop on self-portrait techniqu

2:22pm Friday 29th January 2010

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THE Ruth Borchard Collection of self-portraits by leading British artists is on display at Durham Art Gallery and DLI this month.

This rare archive of 100 paintings works covers a crucial CHECK IT OUT: Simon Bridge, director, with Nathan Elwick, 15, and Gemma Smith, 25, who will have parts in Chess musically striking.”

Performers will be invited to have a hand in designing and making their own costumes.

Gala Theatre director Simon Stallworthy said: “We want anyone who would like a performing role in the Durham Mysteries to be able to, and this is a fantastic opportunity not only to work with some of the best creative talents in the industry today, but to be part of a ground-breaking production.”

Kate James, creative programmer for Durham’s City of Culture bid, said: “We’re looking for people with enthusiasm and passion to make the Durham Mysteries a spectacular event for participants and audiences.”

For details about joining the Creation Choir, email mysteries@ galadurham.co.uk.

Keith Critchlow, self-portait, part of the Ruth Borchard Collection – David Wood period in British art history, with some dating back to the early 1920s, and includes one by pitman painter Tom McGuiness.

The exhibition includes selfportraits by Euan Uglow, Michael Ayrton, Roger Hilton, Mario Dubsky, Patrick Proctor, Ithell Colquhoun, Felix Topolski, Keith Vaughan and Carel Weight. It runs until Sunday, February 28.

On Saturday, February 6, art historian Gail-Nina Anderson will discuss the changing approach to the self-portrait from the Renaissance to the present.

The talk starts at 2pm; places must be booked and normal museum and gallery charges apply. Call 0191-384-2214 or email dli@durham.gov.uk.

Drop-in workshops in creating a self-portrait using experimental painting techniques will be led by artist Sharon Wilson on February 15, 17 and 18 (10.30am- 12.30pm and 1-3pm). Advance booking is not required, but normal admission charges apply.

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