From dusk till dawn

To accompany the exhibitions 'Wright of Derby: From the Shadows' and 'Edwin Austin Abbey: By the Dawn’s Early Light', this series of short talks explores how artists have captured the shifting moods, atmospheres, and symbolism of twilight, nightfall, and early morning light.

Each Tuesday, join us for a focused 10-minute exploration of a single painting from our collection.

From the golden glow of sunset to the mystery of moonlight and the quiet promise of dawn, these talks reveal how artists across centuries have responded to the drama and poetry of changing light.