From the Heroines Collection, Carte de Visite by studio Mrs H R Williams (1826 – 1914)
Art Chat
Love photography, art and books? So do we! Join us on the first Saturday of the month to meet the curator and explore the prints, books and ephemera of the Heroines Collection. All welcome.
Please note that Art Chat now takes place on Saturdays, not Thursdays.
Next Event
Saturday 5th October – Cartes de Visite
October’s Art Chat shines a spotlight on Cartes de Visite. We have a growing collection of these cards by women photographers from Europe, the US and UK. Come and find out more about the pre-cursor to social media and the breakthrough in photographic processing that led to these cards becoming all the rage in the Victorian era.
Whether you’re a photography enthusiast, an art museum aficionado, or simply curious about the visual arts, this event welcomes all to engage in meaningful conversations and broaden perspectives.
RSVPs are not essential but they are helpful! Either via hello@hundredheroines.org or Meet-up
About Art Chat
Dive into a thought-provoking discussion at Art Chat. Join us as we explore the intersection of feminism and photography, delving into the works of trailblazing female photographers redefining the art scene. This series promises to be an insightful journey into the transformative power of visual storytelling and the representation of diverse voices within the art world.
Art Chat runs along similar lines to a book club, but includes exhibition walkthroughs with the curator, short films, articles, photographer profiles, exhibition catalogues and any other material of interest.
- For a quick overview of Cartes de Visite see this article in Britannica
- Closely related is the concept of death photography as memento mori popularised by the Victorians. The BBC offers an fascinating article on the subject.
