Royal Collection Trust / © Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 2022 – by Dorothy Wilding
Dorothy Wilding (1893 – 1976)
Join Dorothy aficionado and passionate collector, Sarah Grant, in conversation with HH’s Del Barrett, talking about Dorothy Wilding – extraordinary pioneering photographer from Gloucester.
This event takes place in Cirencester.
Cirencester History Festival
What better way to segue into Cirencester’s inaugural History Festival than a conversation about one of the county’s most famous women, Dorothy Wilding?
On the eve of the festival, an expert and avid collector, Sarah will talk about her journey of discovery and uncovering Dorothy’s past. She will be sharing her passion for all things Dorothy, talking us through the meteoric rise of how a young girl from Gloucester took her camera to London and became the first woman to be an official royal photographer, photographed Queen Elizabeth II for her stamp portraits and opened her own studios in London and New York, photographing the iconic names of the era.
There will also be the chance to browse a selection of Dorothy’s works from both Sarah’s Collection and the Heroines Collection.
Event is FREE, although donations are always greatly appreciated!
When: Friday 25th October, 17:30 Drinks Reception, 18:00 – 19:00 In Conversation
Where: Cirencester Baptist Church, Chesterton Lane, Cirencester, GL7 1 YE. Directions here.
Booking not essential, but does guarantee a seat.
