David Hockney – The Old Master of Modern Art

Forthcoming talk of the Chiswick Decorative and Fine Arts Society

David Hockney is the subject of the Chiswick Decorative and Fine Arts Society's next lecture on 12 January at the Polish Centre, in King Street, Hammersmith (Malinova Room).

image from CHDFAS

From the early sixties, when he left the Royal College of Art more famous than his teachers, Hockney's paintings have shown a charm and humour that sets them apart from others of his generation. A naturally gifted draftsman, his love of ingenious visual devices has led him to experiment with a whole range of techniques, from stage design to coloured paper making.

The lecturer, Douglas Skeggs read Fine Art at Magdalene College Cambridge and has been a lecturer on paintings since 1980. In that time he has given over 4000 lectures to universities, colleges and art societies. He was the director of 'The New Academy of Art Studies' for three years and is presently a regular lecturer at 'The Study Centre'.

The lecture commences at 8pm (with the ChDFAS private bar open from 7.00pm). Non-members £10 on the door.

Please note earlier time for bar opening – they are trying to encourage not only conviviality but also avoid the last-minute rush as the lecture is about to start! Also, guest attendance has risen from £8 to £10 in 2017 to bring it more into line with the full membership fee – but it is still refundable against membership.

To find out more about Chiswick Decorative and Fine Arts Society contact 07437 413029 or email: info@chdfas.org.uk. Website: www.chdfas.org.uk

December 4, 2015