Learn about art

Discover new ways to learn about Western European art at the Gallery, from talks and tours to online guides

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The stories behind National Gallery masterpieces

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Don't know your 'aerial perspective' from your 'vanishing point'? Use our handy A-Z Glossary to demystify art terms

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Education at the Gallery: talks, tours and lots more

Lunchtime talk
'He Stands in High Places'
Ruskin and American Art
Monday 8 April, 1–1.45pm
Sainsbury Wing Theatre
10-minute talk
Altdorfer: 'Christ taking Leave of his Mother'
Monday 8 April, 4pm
Room 4
10-minute talk
Titian: 'The Death of Actaeon'
Tuesday 9 April, 4pm
Room 9
A Closer Look at...
Saints: The Image of Saint Sebastian
Wednesday 10 April, 1–1.15pm
Room 59
A Closer Look at...
Saints: The Image of Saint Sebastian
Wednesday 10 April, 1.20–1.35pm
Room 22