'Sir Stanley Spencer' Evening Talk
- £12.00
- 05 Aug 26
- The Rifles Berkshire & Wiltshire Museum, The Wardrobe, 58 The Close, Salisbury
- 19:00 - 20:00
Step into the remarkable world of Sir Stanley Spencer, one of Britain's most original and celebrated artists, in this fascinating illustrated evening talk.
Delivered by Heather Walkling, Operations Assistant at Sandham Memorial Chapel, this 45-minute presentation explores the life, art and extraordinary vision of Spencer, whose iconic chapel paintings transformed everyday moments into something deeply moving and unforgettable.
Discover how his experiences during the First World War—as a medical orderly at Beaufort Military Hospital in Bristol and later while serving in Salonika (now North Macedonia)—inspired the unique works he created for Sandham Memorial Chapel. Rather than depicting scenes of conflict, Spencer chose to celebrate the ordinary routines, friendships and acts of kindness that sustained people through wartime.
With opportunities to ask questions throughout and after the talk, this is an engaging and thought-provoking evening that offers fresh insight into Spencer's life, his artistic legacy, and the enduring power of human connection.
Book your tickets now and discover the stories behind one of Britain's most extraordinary artistic treasures.
Tickets here: https://www.thewardrobe.org.uk/whats-on/sir-stanley-spencer-evening-talk-sandham-memorial-chapel