Join us in-person to explore the subject of Food in Art.
We will visit the Courtauld Gallery’s new ‘Wayne Thiebaud. American still life’ exhibition to consider how and why artists have focused on food, past and present.
Wayne Thiebaud (1920-2021) is one of the most original American artists of the 20th century, known for his colourful works depicting commonplace objects – cakes, ice cream cones, pastries, and hot dogs – taken straight from the American deli counter. Thiebaud famously said: “Each era produces its own still life”. You will have the chance to explore his vibrant and lushly painted still lifes close up and discover connections with works in the Courtauld Gallery by Paul Cézanne and Édouard Manet.
We will also view Wayne Thiebaud. Delights before participating in a practical session to understand how Thiebaud translated his pies, cakes and other treats across different media, including ink, pastel, pencil, watercolour, woodcut, etching and aquatint.
This workshop will be led by Art Historian and gallery educator Fran Herrick, National Schools Officer, Tessa Carr and printmaker Helen Higgins, Head of Learning.
Key Information
Event: Food in Art: Wayne Thiebaud
Date: Saturday 15th November
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 learning@courtauld.ac.uk
