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Audio Art: Utterly in the picture

Master of the Story of Griselda

Join us for an audio described talk on 'The Story of Griselda'
Date
Tuesday, 26 March 2024
Time
1 - 2 pm (drop-in)
Location
Gallery B
For blind and partially sighted

About

This audio described talk explores 15th-century Italian panels depicting 'The Story of Griselda'. 

Though this talk has been designed for blind and partially sighted visitors, we welcome everyone to experience paintings on this multi-dimensional level. 

Through words and music, the talk will explore the three long panels which illustrate the story of a young  woman, Griselda, as told in 'The Decameron', a 14th-century collection of novellas by the Italian author, Boccaccio. 

Composer and cellist Nina Plapp will perform a musical interpretation of the painting together with a medieval instrumentalist, adding another dimension to this immersive talk. 

The talk is held in the Gallery, seated in front of the painting.

Image: Detail from Master of the Story of Griselda, 'The Story of Griselda, Part I: Marriage', about 1494

Speaker

Belle Smith
Belle Smith is an artist and Gallery Educator who has worked in London museums and galleries for many years. She studied at Goldsmiths College and has an MA in the History of Art. She enjoys working with groups of all ages, from young children and teenagers to undergraduates and adults.

Musician

Nina Plapp is an improvisational cellist and composer from the UK, who studied classical cello at Trinity Laban, London. She has performed with major international artists including Rox, Angie Brown, Alison David, and The Charlatans.  She can be heard on BBC Radio 4 tracing one of her many musical adventures exploring musical heritage from Romania to Rajasthan. She is currently writing for the folk Band ‘Blue Slipper’ and plays cello in ‘The Hidden Compass Quartet’.  

Information

No booking is required. The talk is taking place in Gallery B, seated in front of the painting. Please meet in Gallery B or meet 15 minutes before the start of the talk at the Getty Entrance to be guided to the room. Guide dogs and assistance dogs are welcome. 

To discuss any additional access requirements, please email: education@nationalgallery.org.uk

Supported by

The Lord Leonard and Lady Estelle Wolfson Foundation

Talks & conversations

Audio Art: Utterly in the picture

Master of the Story of Griselda

Join us for an audio described talk on 'The Story of Griselda'
Date
Tuesday, 26 March 2024
Time
1 - 2 pm (drop-in)
Location
Gallery B
For blind and partially sighted

Free, drop-in session

Although this event does not require booking, we encourage you to book a free Gallery entry ticket to gain admission to the National Gallery and save time on arrival. 

Please note, Gallery entry does not guarantee admission to this event. Places are available on a first come, first served basis with priority given to blind and partially sighted visitors.