Ashmolean Museum - 📣 NOW OPEN | Pissarro: Father of Impressionism

 

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FATHER OF IMPRESSIONISM NOW OPEN ★ ★ ★ ★ "Illuminating" The Times ★ ★ ★ ★ "Pissarro was always pushing art forward" The Guardian Discover the artist who influenced Cézanne, Monet, Van Gogh and Gauguin, and explore the many techniques that shaped his work. Book your tickets About the exhibition Enjoy free, unlimited exhibition entry Join online today Become a Member WATCH THE TRAILER Watch the trailer VISIT THE EXHIBITION SHOP A collection inspired by the Impressionists Find jewellery, homeware, books and more, in this carefully chosen range which reflects the palette and scenes captured by Pissarro and the Impressionists. Shop online EXHIBITION CATALOGUE Pissarro: Father of Impressionsm Take a piece of the exhibition home with you. This catalogue is filled with artworks, accompanied by descriptions sharing the enormously influential life and work of Camille Pissarro. Buy the catalogue PISSARRO FAMILY TRAIL Pick up a free family trail at the exhibition entrance and follow the story of the Impressionists around the galleries. Entry to the exhibition is free for under-12s and half price for under-25s. Plan your visit ROOFTOP LUNCH & AFTERNOON TEA Book a table today Discover our Pissarro-inspired afternoon tea and lunch menus and join us for a delicious meal overlooking the rooftops of Oxfordshire. View menus & book online EXHIBITION EVENTS

EXHIBITION CURATOR TALK Online 2 Mar, 2–3pm Join exhibition curator Colin Harrison to hear more about Pissarro's life, works and relationships with a succession of artists including Monet and Cézanne. Book your tickets PISSARRO'S PORTRAIT GOUACHES At the Museum 12 Apr, 10.30–4pm Join artist Kieran Stiles to learn about portraiture and how Pissarro creates a shimmery feel of movement to the form, capturing the sun drenched light and violet shadows where nothing is clear and just the dash of a brush can say it all. Book your tickets THE PASTEL WORKSHOP LANDSCAPE At the Museum 13 & 14 May, 10.30–4pm Join Sandra Orme, award-winning pastel artist, to explore using pastels to create evocative works inspired by the Impressionists and more contemporary approaches. Book your tickets BECOME A MEMBER Join as a Member today to support the Museum and enjoy closer access to our collections through unlimited free exhibition entry, exclusive events, our Members Magazine, and many other benefits and discounts. Become a Member