In this three-lecture Study Day RSA Fellow Marie Conte-Helm first charted the development of the Japanese aesthetic in painting, sculpture and the applied arts. She explored the impact of Zen Buddhism on Japanese culture, particularly in gardening and the tea ceremony. 

TASWG members recently enjoyed a gloriously sunny stay on Malta, learning much about the history and heritage of the island. Highlights of our trip included a guided tour of Valletta, the handsome capital city of Malta built by the Knights of St John, during which we admired the splendour of St John’s Co-Cathedral and explored the Grandmaster’s Palace, home to the offices of the President of Malta.

There are just a very few tickets left for our Special Interest Day 'Radicals and Rivals' on Friday 27th November.  If you wish to attend and haven't yet bought your ticket, please contact Bob at info@spyboy.co.uk.  The ticket price is £53.

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Members enjoyed a cultural outing to Alaró, discovering the village’s history, art and local life. The morning began with a visit to the church of Sant Bartomeu, where they explored its Baroque treasures, including the marble altarpiece and historic organ.

The visit continued with a stroll through the village, time to browse the local market and a visit to Natalia Bento Galeria, where members viewed Tempus, a group exhibition featuring works by Joan Costa, Óscar Bento, Borja Barrajón and James Lambourne.