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Join Oak Spring Garden Foundation and Middleburg Books for an engaging lecture and discussion of Lynne Howarth-Gladston’s new book, Marianne North: A Victorian Painter for the 21st Century. This lavishly illustrated book re-assesses the work of botanical painter Marianne North (1830–1890), examining her unique approach to painting, her techniques, and her use of photography. Howarth-Gladston will delve into how North was both an unconventional botanical artist and a technically progressive figure, merging various artistic styles and methods from both scientific and aesthetic viewpoints.

Moderated by Sir Peter Crane, President of the Oak Spring Garden Foundation, this lecture will explore how North’s pioneering spirit reshaped the landscape of botanical art. The discussion will situate her as a multi-faceted individual rooted in the complexities of her time, offering a legacy that continues to resonate with modern intersections between art and science, feminism, climate change, and multi-media artistry.

Registration and Arrival:
This event will be capped at 100 attendees. Registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis through Eventbrite until full. Doors for the lecture will open at 10:00am with light refreshments. The lecture will officially begin at 10:30am.

Please note: Books will be available for purchase exclusively through Middleburg Books. To purchase a book, please click here. Books will also be available for purchase at the lecture.

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This lecture is hosted by the Oak Spring Garden Foundation in collaboration with Middleburg Books.

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