Free, open to all and hosted by the Museum of London on the 13th November 10:30-16:00

The mosaics in St Paul's Cathedral are one of the most unexpected and intriguing aspects of any visit. The scale and ambition of the scheme is awe-inspriting in itself. This study day looks at the wider context of the St Paul's Cathedral mosaics. Inspired by the renaissance of mosaic work in the nineteenth century which brought the vibrant colour and imagery to the walls and ceilings of St Paul’s, the speakers will include:

Dr Heike Zech, Curator at the Victoria and Albert Museum: 'The Willaim Blake Richmond Mosaic Cycle at St Paul's'

Simon Carter, Head of Collections at St Paul's Cathedral: 'The Mosaics in a Collections Context'

Dr Ayla Lepine, Art and Architectural Historian: 'Stylistic Revivals in Nineteenth Century Church Interiors'

Lou Ashon, Conservator: 'The Conservation of the Fitzrovia Chapel mosaics'

Tessa Hunkin, Practicing Mosaicist: 'Westminster Cathedral Mosaics Past and Present'

David Toothill, Artistic Director at Southbank Mosaics: 'Contemporary Mosaic Commissions in London'

A film premiere - The Making of the Queenhithe Mosaic

This Study is part of the St Paul's Mosaics Project:

The Collections of St Paul’s Cathedral contain many important objects and art works which help to record and retell the remarkable life and work of the Cathedral. A substantial body of material including architectural models; painted designs and archive material all help to inform understanding of the decoration added to the architecture in the nineteenth and early twentieth century amongst considerable controversy. The St Paul’s Mosaic project has taken this group as a starting point to research, publish and engage with a new guide book; an online catalogue; a special exhibition and a study day. The project, funded by a single generous donor and the Weavers Company, involves partnerships with South Bank Mosaics School; Google Cultural Institute and Scala.

To find out more about the Cathedral Collections click here:The Collections