Exploring fresh contemporary figuration through dialogue...a full and enriching day of talks, panel discussions and open debate. A chance to meet others who share a passion for figuration within a context which encourages critical thinking and exchange.

• A dozen specialists
• Speakers will talk about both Praxis and Theory
• Artist panelists in round-table discussions
• Opened up to full audience participation

There is a current resurgence of interest in figurative painting and drawing and yet the critical dialogue in figuration has been slow to develop. It is important to address the questions relevant today, using the past but as a springboard to new criticality. Figure This! is creating an exciting platform to tackle urgent and unanswered concerns.

Bringing together a dozen specialists to speak about contemporary figuration, Figure This! aims to be a reference in its field. Debate has to be rigorous, but also playful and underpinned by a willingness to exchange ideas and grow. The speakers will refer to both theory and praxis in their talks. They will be joined by panelists in round-table discussions to push further into the questions at the core of figuration. The audience is key and will be invited to take part in the conversation.

The conference aims to refuel questioning minds and push the discourse surrounding figuration forward; forging new visions of drawing and painting.

There are two cafés and a restaurant on site. Please also consider bringing a packed lunch to avoid queues.

A sign-language interpreter will be made available if required - please contact us in advance so we can coordinate this.

Figure This! is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.

Refund policy: Refunds requested less than 30 days before event are not guaranteed but requests will be reviewed individually. Refunds will not be issued on requests received less than 15 days before the event. Please send refund requests via Eventbrite. We will respond to requests as soon as possible and you should hear from us within a week.

Concessionary rates: Access to the event is dependent on proof of concessionary status. If this is not provided the day of the event tickets cannot be refunded.

Image release: In order to maximise the reach of the debate, photography, audio and video recording will be taking place to make some Figure This! events available online. By attending, you consent to photography, audio recording, video recording and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used, without compensation, for news, web casts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion on websites, social media, or any other purpose by Figure This! and its coordinators. By entering the event premises, you release Figure This! and its coordinators from any liability whatsoever of any nature and waive any right to inspect or approve any photo, video or audio recording taken.

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