Tuesday, 10 February 2026 Tuesday, 17 February 2026 Tuesday, 24 February 2026 3.30 - 5.30 pm GMT Online About Uncover how Joseph Wright ‘of Derby’ united science, emotion and the drama of light in this three-week course exploring his technical mastery and the spirit of enquiry that shaped his art. Few artists captured the spirit of their age as vividly as Joseph Wright ‘of Derby’. His paintings reflect a world in transition, between the faith in science and industry that defi

Wright of Derby and our love to learn Talks and conversations | Talk Thursday, 8 January 2026 4 - 5 pm GMT Online About Can science be entertainment? And can art be educational? Wright of Derby explores the relationship between science and art in many of his dramatic paintings. He examines questions of morality, ethics and our interest in curiosity. At this discussion-based Members’ online event, art historian Matthew Morgan invites you to question the relationship and interp

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