(Marcus
Kruger with one of his prize-winning table designs)
Lectures and talks will be held at
Pietermaritzburg’s Tatham Art Gallery on selected Saturdays at 11h00.
ALLEYN DIESEL
This year Dr Alleyn Diesel, retired
academic, will again present a number of talks on the first Saturday of each
month. Her presentations, at R30 per session, are in aid of the Tatham Shop,
with a view of funding the purchase of stock from local crafters.
March 3 at 11h00: What is Paganism?
April 7 at 11h00: Humanism
MICHAEL O'CONNOR
Dr Michael O'Connor, retired from the
medical profession, is, among other interests, a stamp collector and member of
the Maritzburg Philatelic Society, which is on exhibition at the Gallery. He
has done extensive research about the history of Pietermaritzburg.
March 10 at 11h30: The history of Pietermaritzburg Churches.
MARCUS KRUGER
Marcus Kruger is a master craftsman who is
recognised for his designs in the use of cabinetry techniques. He is both an
exhibiter and judge at woodworking shows in South Africa, and presents training
sessions in cabinetry techniques, design, finishing and the use of power tools.
He is passionate about keeping wood artistry alive and educating the South
African buyer on the value of wood as an art medium. He is the co-founder of
and resident artist at Arusha Designs Art Gallery, located in Hilton, which
specialises in wood as the art medium.
March 17 at 11h00: Considering Form and Function in Furniture Design
The talks take place in the Tatham Art
Gallery’s Lecture Theatre. Booking is essential through reena.bhoodram@msunduzi.gov.za
or 033 3922 823
The Tatham Art Gallery is situated opposite
the City Hall in Chief Albert Luthuli Street, Pietermaritzburg.
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