John Langton: York and beyond Michael White
Event details
Join Michael White, Head of History of Art at the University of York, for a talk accompanying an inspiring exhibition in the Heslington Hall gallery dedicated to the artist John Langton (1932-2025).
Michael will consider the artist's many facets in connection to York's recent cultural heritage, the role of the University in the cultural life of the city and alternative ways of thinking about art of recent times.
Booking is required for the talk, but you can drop in to see the exhibition anytime between 10am and 4pm.
‘John Langton: York and beyond’ is one of a number of events taking place as part of a special edition of YorkTalks. Celebrating University of York’s research at its best, we invite you to explore a dynamic landscape of curated talks, live performances and hands-on activities staged in the historic Heslington Hall and its grounds on the theme Heritage Reframed.
Image credit: Long blue painting, John Langton 1962. Photo credit: Kachicho, Mayssa
About the speaker
Professor Michael White is currently Head of History of Art at the University of York, where he researches and teaches the history of modern art and architecture, with a focus on avant-garde practices and their legacies.
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