J.M.W. Turner (1775-1851) and John Constable (1776-1837) were both leading British landscape artists, yet they were “Fire and Water”, in their art and lives. Turner was dramatic and bombastic and fiery, provoking powerful emotions. Constable was more contemplative and heartfelt, inviting a personal experience. Tate Britain, in London is holding an exhibition from 27 November 2025 – 12 April 2026 to celebrate the 250th anniversaries of both Turner & Constable. In this talk we will explore their artistic approaches & their famous and bitter rivalry.

DELIVERY MODE

• Face-to-Face / Online

COURSE OUTLINE

• Biography and artistic development of J.M.W. Turner (1775-1851) and John Constable (1776-1837)
• Analysis of Constable's works such as The Haywain and the Nine footers and others
• Analysis of Turner’s Rain, Steam, and Speed - The Great Western Railway and The Fighting Temeraire and others
• A descriptive and photographic visit to the Tate Britain exhibition

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Outline the life stories and artistic motivations of Turner & Constable
2. Recognise some major artworks for each artist
3. Appreciate the main curatorial focus of the current Tate Britain exhibition