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Fourth For m Cor nwall Art Trip

once again, Trinity Term saw Fourth Form GCSE Art pupils treated to an exciting two-day Art trip to Cornwall. Sixteen boys and three members of staff scrambled onto a coach and headed west to St. Ives.

We made our way to the Tate and spent the afternoon viewing their fabulous art collection including exhibitions from both the Casablanca School of Art and Sol LeW itt Following this there was a short meander through the town to visit the Barbara Hepworth Museum (her former studio and home) to gain an insight into the life and works of one of Britain’s most important twentiethcentury artists The boys then had some free time to explore the lanes of St Ives, play on the beach, braving a dip in the sea and constantly dodging the intrusion of the seagulls as they did their best to mug everyone of their ice-cream or fish and chips

Our accommodation for the night was the YHA Land’s End, a charming hostel tucked away in the Cornish countryside with fine views towards the sea W ith all the walking involved throughout the day, combined with lungs full of sea air, all slept well

With the boys’ minds -blown from everything they had seen and done over this busy two - day visit, they clambered back on the coach, promptly fell asleep and were delivered safely back to School.

The following morning with bellies full of cooked breakfast we were back on the coach heading towards Newlyn and Penzance to allow pupils the opportunity to visit several galleries and exhibitions to see the en Plein air work of the Newlyn School artists Following this the boys used their extraordinary mapping skills (thank you DofE) to locate Cornwall’s only Subway (other sandwich manufacturers were available) for a spot of lunch Recharged by this sustenance pupils uses the early part of the afternoon dodging deluges to photograph the flora and fauna found in the Morrab Subtropical Gardens to help inspire (and bolster) their GCSE coursework ‘Natural Forms’ portfolios

Another hugely successful and enjoyable Art Trip Thank you to everyone involved

Paris Art Trip

Trinity Term heralded the return of international art trips for Sherborne School with a half-term tour of the vibrant art scene of Paris. lower Sixth Art and History of Art pupils were treated to the rich history, remarkable architecture, and array of masterpieces that have captivated the imaginations of artists for centuries From the off the art trip promised an immersive experience, exploring renowned museums, picturesque galleries, and charming streets of the capital.

On day one, pupils were captivated as they step into the hallowed halls of the Louvre, home to the world-famous Mona Lisa and countless other iconic artworks From classical sculptures to Renaissance masterpieces, an extensive collection which left pupils awestruck

Next, we visited the Musée d’Orsay, famously housed in a stunning former railway station, showcasing an exquisite collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art The impressive collection allowed pupils to marvel at the brushstrokes of Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, and other visionaries who revolutionized the art world

To finish the day, and our legs, we climbed the Eiffel Tower to take in the view of the setting sun across the remarkable Parisian landscape

The following day, a relaxed river cruise allowed us to experience more Paris landmarks, and save our aching legs, as we sailed down the Seine River, flanked by architectural icons such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, and Musée d’Orsay.

En route to the Gare du Norde to catch the Eurostar home we managed to squeeze in a flying visit to MoMA which allowed boys to take in its impressive collection of artworks from influential artists like Van Gogh, Picasso, and Kahlo, as well as an opportunity to experience thought-provoking sculptures, photographs, and multimedia installations, a comprehensive overview of modern and contemporary art movements

Cramming in as much as we could, this two day tour de force squeezed every ounce of what Paris had to offer our Lower Sixth artists Whilst we returned exhausted and ready for a half term break, my hope that this tour marks the new beginning of international tours for Sherborne’s artists

Matt Bone Director of Art