Roses are red, violets are blue. But when we look at a red rose, is it really red?

There are so many reds. In different light maybe the rose looks black or purple.

Put the red next to another shade of red, it looks dull and brown

We may agree the rose is red, but, actually, we are wrong: it is not the rose that is red. It is, put simply, the light received by our eyes. But, even if we agree we are seeing red, are we actually seeing the same colour?

And if violets are blue, why are they called violets? How inadequate words are for describing colour sensation! That’s why artists use paint.

So, how do artists attempt to render the sensation of colour? In this talk, the artist Trevor Burgess explores the perplexities of colour.

No need to book, Simply turn up!
ncas members £7.00, non-members £10.00, students FREE

Wine and soft drinks will be available after the talk.