Our Beryl: Beryl Cook at Home

Our Beryl: Beryl Cook at Home
The Box, Plymouth

When: 24 June 2017 to 09 September 2017
Where: Council House, Armada Way, Plymouth PL1 2AA
Time: 10am - 4pm
Cost: Free
Suitable for: Any age

Beryl Cook (1926-2008) is one of Britain’s best-loved artists. Often referred to as ‘Rubens with jokes’ her work is instantly recognisable and is represented in private and public collections around the world.

Although shy, Beryl took a great interest in people. From nightlife of all varieties, to the more innocent pursuits of line dancing and sunbathing on the beach, her paintings reveal a diverse spectrum of human activity – and her strong sense of humour.

Co-curated by her family, this exhibition is crammed full of insights into Beryl and her outlook on life. From her very first painting, to the items she painted for her home in Plymouth, to the quirky paintings and objects she made for the people she loved.

Beryl’s family and friends were the most important thing in her life, and they are all here with their cats, dogs and tortoises for you to see and enjoy.

Beryl’s family have produced a special range of bespoke merchandise for this exhibition, all of which will be available to purchase at the Council House. We also have a great range of events on offer throughout the summer inspired by the exhibition – details of which can be found at www.plymhearts.org/whats-on

 

 

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