The Other Churchill: Brushstrokes of a Statesman
Fri, Jun 26
|Richmond Library Annexe, online & replay
Join us for a captivating one‑hour journey into the lesser‑known artistic life of Winston Churchill, one of the twentieth century’s most iconic statesmen.
Time & Location
Jun 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Richmond Library Annexe, online & replay, Quadrant Rd, Richmond TW9 1DH, UK
About the Event
Join us for a captivating one‑hour journey into the lesser‑known artistic life of Winston Churchill, one of the twentieth century’s most iconic statesmen. While celebrated the world over for his leadership during the Second World War and his 62‑year career in Parliament, Churchill also found profound solace and joy in painting—an intimate pursuit that offered respite from the pressures of public life.
This talk accompanies the first major retrospective of Churchill’s art since his death, hosted at The Wallace Collection (Saturday 23 May – Sunday 29 November 2026). Discover some of his works on display, including many rarely seen pieces from private collections.
Through rich visual excerpts and engaging commentary, we will explore:
Churchill’s artistic journey—how and why he took up painting, and how it evolved across decades.
Themes and styles in his work, from luminous landscapes to thoughtful studies of light and place.
The relationship between his art and his…