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This lecture is available individually or as part of the five-part lecture series 'The Old Masters': You can purchase the Individual lecture for £10 Or, save 10% and purchase the full five-part lecture series for £40 The Old Masters Series includes, 'Dante and the artworks he inspired', 'The Cityscapes of Canaletto', 'The Works of Leonardo Da Vinci', 'Discover Johannes Vermeer' and 'The Life and Art of Sandro Botticelli'. _____________________________________________________________________ The works of famed Venetian artist Canaletto offer a special look at the city sights of the 18th Century. The elaborate details, the light and colour and the real perspective are all combined to create some of the finest cityscapes ever painted. This captivating lecture dives deep into the topic by exploring a selection of his paintings. In this immersive lecture, you will be introduced to Canaletto's breathtaking artistry. Questions about how his techniques could be applied to our own works will emerge as we explore what makes his paintings so iconic. We will explore the complex nuances of light, shadow, and colour that make up his masterful compositions. Dive into a world of tall bell towers and golden domes, flickering canals and domed cathedrals. It is through these features, which enchant viewers, that allow you to explore the beauty that smothered this golden era in history.