Following the success of last season's compelling ‘The Little Print Show’, Jonathan returns with another inspiring talk that showcases his expertise, creativity and unique vision. In Me, Myself, and Eye, Jonathan will share a curated selection of images from his personal projects, delving into the stories, concepts and inspiration that drive his artistic process. Guiding [...]
Naomi invites us to join her on a stunning photographic journey through two of her favourite African destinations: the iconic Maasai Mara and the captivating landscapes of Southern Tanzania. Through [...]
We are delighted to have Simon Scarrow join us for a talk about his latest Macro & Cato novel. After three books which dealt with the Boudican revolt and it's aftermath, this one sees Cato as Prefect of Rome's Urban Cohorts. It's AD63 and Emperor Nero's brutal and reckless rule is causing chaos and disorder [...]
A fully illustrated presentation looking at the early Roman settlement and Boudican revolt, in Colchester, followed by some of the major archaeological discoveries over the past few decades.This talk is part of our Peoples of Essex exhibition, celebrating the diverse stories and communities that shape the county.
Talk by Tony Bramley FRPS.Tonight Tony looks back at his career in Wedding Photography and how it happened, where it went and how it ended. Sprinkled with photo tips, styles [...]
We are delighted to welcome Peter F Hamilton to the store to talk about the first novel in his Arkship Trilogy. Peter has been a key figure in British Science Fiction for more than thirty years. Thanks to Adam Whitehead for agreeing to interview Peter for the event. Adam has been writing The Werzone blog [...]
A Life of CrimeIn conversation with author Mike Ripley, over a glass of wine. Mike Ripley wrote his first novelon the train whilst commuting between Colchester and London. He has written a further 31 novels, two works of non-fiction and a collection of short stories, was a scriptwriter for the BBC series Lovejoy and edited [...]
In this enlightening talk, Roy delves into the techniques and creative possibilities offered by infrared imaging. Discover how this unique approach can expand your artistic vision, whether working in monochrome or colour mediums. An inspiring session for those seeking to push the boundaries of photographic expression.(Visitors £5.00) shuttershot.co.uk
In art and words, mother and son, artist and writer, Delaine Le Bas and Damian Le Bas (jr) come together to reflect on shared themes that run through their work across visual art, writing, and lived experience. Drawing on Romani history and culture, as well as broader questions of power, marginalisation, survival, and memory, they [...]
Join us for a fascinating evening in the Studio where we’ll discuss Essex witches with the author of The Manningtree Witches, A.K. Blakemore, and local experts.This discussion panel will explore the history and myths of Essex witches, shedding light on the lives affected by this important period of local history. You can expect:- Expert insights [...]
Gillian Allard, award-winning photographic artist and educator from Suffolk, brings her passion for storytelling to this special event. Winner of the prestigious 2017 Sky Arts Master of Photography competition in Rome, Gillian combines herbackground in photojournalism with a master's degree from the Royal College of Art to create impactful and innovative works.This informal yet inspiring [...]
Author Talk by Richard Negus discussing non fiction book WORDS FROM THE HEDGE at Red Lion BooksHedges are as old as civilisation and as emblematic of the British countryside as chalk streams, hay meadows and oak trees. But unlike woodland and rivers, farmland hedges remain on the periphery of the public consciousness, often going unnoticed [...]
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