Red is the most forceful of colours. It can attract, disturb and excite us, carrying associations of passion, blood, fire, danger and power.

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In Red Vibrations, art historian and artist Alexandra Drysdale explores the extraordinary emotional and aesthetic impact of red in art. From demonic scarlet to angelic pink, from the wisdom of crimson to the extravagance of orange, red has an extreme range of expression.

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Because of its association with blood and fire, pure red can signify passion — and, like blood and fire, passion can be both creative and destructive. Alexandra will explore the ways artists have used red to express these contrasting energies, and how our response to the colour can shape the experience of a work of art.

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She will also look at the history of red pigments and their aesthetic possibilities, revealing how the materials artists have used have influenced the way red appears and behaves in art.

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Join us for an engaging evening exploring one of the most powerful and emotionally charged colours in the history of art.