Portrait of the Artist as an Old Man exhibition by Mirja Maria Thiel, with artist's talk and associated Dementia Oxfordshire advice and information sessions.

Submitted by Photo Oxford Fe... on April 12, 2023 - 13:33

Venue, Timing and Cost

Venue: 
Oxfordshire County Library, Westgate.
Date(s): 
Friday, 14 April 2023 to Saturday, 6 May 2023
Timing: 
Mon - Thurs 9.00 - 20.00, Fri & Sat 9.00 - 17.30 | Artist’s tour (drop-in) 14:00 | Dementia Oxfordshire advisors available with information and advice 13.00 - 15.45
Cost: 
Free

Mirja Maria Thiel tells the life of Fritz Dressler (1937-2020), a photographer and professor, who lived with Alzheimer’s in the final years of his life. Photographed over more than two years, the black and white series is committed to the emotional reality of the charismatic protagonist, including images taken by Fritz himself. Supported by The Arts Society Oxford.

Dementia Oxfordshire advisors available with information and advice:

Exhibition runs 14 April - 6 May 2023 (Excl. 1 May)

Mon - Thurs 9.00 - 20.00

Fri & Sat 9.00 - 17.30.

26 April, 10.30 - 12.00: Dementia Cafe with Dementia Oxfordshire (drop-in)

Exhibition
Multi Artform
Visual Arts

Accessible Events
Adults
Children and Families
Young People