GOOD NATTER
20th - 26th March 2024
LEWIS HAZELWOOD-HORNER

The exhibition is a selection of oil paintings and accompanying preparatory sketches. The theme that ties these pieces together is ‘Good Natter’, whether it be chatting to a friend in the pub or two colleagues passing the time whilst in their workshop, the exhibition celebrates the flow of conversation. 

Lewis Hazelwood-Horner, member of the RBA, is an oil painter who studied classical painting. This exhibit is a range of sketches and finished pieces which are of different busy interiors often painted in situ with a close attention to detail. “I hope to capture the cozy atmosphere of pubs, highlighting their role in bringing people together and fostering a sense of community. By depicting the unique character and individuality of each establishment, the paintings act as a lasting tribute to these cherished social spaces. In this way, pubs become not just a physical space, but also a symbol of the human connection and camaraderie that they facilitate” His work celebrates the social and cultural importance of these beloved gathering places.