Made from fibres derived from blue rags, blue paper first appeared in Northern Italy in the 14th century. It became a popular drawing support for artists, and its use spread across Western Europe by the late 16th century; it was widely used in England and France in the 18th century.
Join us in-person at The Courtauld Gallery to explore The Courtauld’s new display; Drawn to Blue: Artists’ use of blue paper. Displaying works by the Venetian Renaissance artist Jacopo Tintoretto to a watercolour by famed English Artist Joseph Mallord William Turner.
Attendees will also visit The Courtauld’s Prints and Drawings Study Room and have a talk by The Courtuald’s Conservator of Works on Paper.
Key Information
Event: Drawing on Blue
Date: Wednesday 30th October 2024
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Location: In-person at The Courtauld Gallery
These workshops are free and open to students attending UK state schools and colleges. Suitable for ages 16-18, with preference given to Y12 students (or equivalent). Booking is essential due to popular demand. Any questions, please email education@courtauld.ac.uk
