Craft in the Collection: Matt Smith in conversation with The Bowes Museum

Join us for an online conversation with the multi-disciplinary artist Matt Smith and George Harris, Exhibition and Production Manager at The Bowes Museum. Smith’s textile piece Study in Pink & Gray, pictured below, is currently on loan from Crafts Council Collection for the museum’s current exhibition, From Joséphine Bowes: Trendsetters and Trailblazers. This landmark exhibition honours the pioneering spirit and 200th anniversary of museum co-founder, Joséphine Bowes.

We are delighted to host this exciting online discussion where the Smith and Harris will discuss the artistic vision of Joséphine Bowes alongside the significance of craft within the Bowes Museum Collection.

Members are invited to book their complimentary tickets,. You can become a member here or enjoy the event with a £8 ticket.

This is an online event that will take place via Zoom on Wednesday 28th May, 18:00-19:00.

The talk will be be auto-subtitled, and the recording will be available on the Crafts Membership Community page for members to enjoy after the event. Please contact subscriptions@craftscouncil.org.uk if you have any accessibility needs we should consider.

Image of Matt Smith courtesy of Per Kristiansen