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Overview

One of a series of talks illustrating how the creative arts can enhance our wellbeing.

About the series: A series of three talks by Professor Christopher Dowrick, illustrating how the creative arts, including literature, poetry, music, art and sculpture, can enhance our wellbeing.

Each talk is self-contained, but all three combined give the fullest expression to this theme.

A Few Small Nips: Frida Kahlo and the art of pain

Frida Kahlo is one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century, famous for her colourful self-portraits. She endured severe physical, emotional, and psychological traumas during her lifetime, yet her art transcends a life of pain and disability.

About the speaker

Christopher Dowrick is a member of Orrell Park and District u3a. He is Emeritus Professor at the University of Liverpool, with a career focussing on mental health. He has a long standing interest in how the humanities and science can combine to enhance our wellbeing.

This event is for u3a members only.

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