The main feature of ArtyFacts’ work is lectures on various subjects to groups and societies throughout the country, by Rosalind Whyte, accredited lecturer with The Arts Society (see Lectures).
Zoom talks
There are no talks planned for the immediate future but details will be added as soon as they are available.
In the meantime, why not look at our back catalogue, for a host of interesting talks that available as recordings.
If you would like to join future live Zoom sessions or receive the recordings, please contact us.
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Feedback on recent talks:
Tracey Emin:
“I have thoroughly enjoyed your lecture on Tracey Emin in fact it is truly superb and in places brought tears to my eyes.” Elizabeth Elder
Dame Laura Knight:
“I was lucky enough to attend today’s talk about Dame Laura Knight and just wanted to say a huge thank you for one of the BEST talks I have heard with the Arts Society. I loved the way you made her come alive through her art but also through the relationships she made. You also highlighted how much she celebrated women which made her the best kind of feminist. On a practical note your delivery was perfect, but you don’t need me to tell you that. I had to rush off at the end, otherwise I would have said thank you there and then.” March 2026
Antony Gormley:
“We are so grateful to you for your brilliant lecture … the feedback forms have overwhelmingly rated your lecture ‘Outstanding’ and none below ‘Excellent’. This is a first for our Society (our members are cautious in giving praise).”
Sir Anthony Van Dyck:
“One of the best lectures I have seen.”
“Clear, beautiful pictures and an excellent lecturer.”
“The images were fantastic as was her talk. An excellent speaker, thank you.”
“It greatly improved my knowledge. Thank you.”
“In addition to learning all about Sir Anthony Van Dyck, the romp through the corresponding history period was fascinating and the subsequent influence which the artist has had on future artists was illuminating.”
“Truly outstanding lecture, thoughtfully presented by an accomplished lecturer.”
“She was in command of her subject, spoke fluently and conversationally, and packed a lot into her lecture without the audience feeling over-burdened. Her power-point slides were well chosen and expertly displayed at the right moments, driven by the chronological structure of her talk.”
“It ranked among some of the best lectures we’ve ever had.”
“Fantastic lecture, lively and informative with many insights. Very high quality.”
Dame Laura Knight:
“I have forwarded the feedback to HQ as “Outstanding”, awarded to very few 👏”
“A stupendous way to start the year.”
The History of the Royal Academy:
“So knowledgeable, great insight and entertaining.”
“A very well structured and informative talk. Brought the history of the Royal Academy to life. Lots of interesting facts and good slides.”
Cornelia Parker:
“This is what belonging to the Arts Society is all about… I came here today with no expectations, and have been blown away” July 2024 Cornelia Parker lecture
“Rosalind Whyte introduced Cornelia Parker’s work to members, who having been rather ambivalent about conceptual art, were captivated by the ideas and by the form of the work itself. Members were absolutely buzzing at the end of the lecture.”
“Rosalind is articulate and fluent and we all learned a great deal.”
“[The] graphics were excellent and it was a very interesting talk that was much enjoyed by our membership.”
“The talk was described as compelling and informative and the personal connection between the lecturer and her subject was noted and appreciated.”
“Another insightful lecture from Rosalind who provided a fluent, intelligent and knowledgeable perspective on a wonderful conceptual artist who deserves to be better recognised. The lecture was packed with fascinating facts and amusing anecdotes and received a very positive response from our members, most of whom knew little about the artist beforehand.”
“A well researched lecture, beautifully presented and extremely interesting.”
“Rosalind gave an outstandingly well presented lecture, full of content and very good images …. She held our attention till the very last minute. Hard to beat really!”
“Our members were treated to a most stimulating talk about contemporary installation art, a subject which many of us may not have really understood or had much experience of.”
“A brilliant lecture given by a brilliant lecturer.”
“Beautiful slides of an artist no-one knew anything about. Rosalind told his story with great skill and admiration.”
“A brilliant and captivating lecture.”
“The speaker convinced even those who knew little about Cornelia Parker and weren’t particularly interested in ‘conceptual art’ that she was an important and fascinating artist.”
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