Mindfulness at London's National Gallery

Jan van Kessel's nature tables at the National Gallery

Reconnect with art and nature at this slow, mindful look at Jan van Kessel's still lifes

Detail from Jan van Kessel the Elder, Insects with Common Hawthorn and Forget-Me-Not, 1654.

Detail from Jan van Kessel the Elder, Insects with Common Hawthorn and Forget-Me-Not, 1654.

Thursday, 13 May 2021

Available online only

4 - 5 pm BST

Available online only

Tickets (free)

This Mental Health Awareness Week, take one hour to deepen your connection with nature through close looking at National Gallery paintings and the world around us.

In this webinar session, Dr Christina Bradstreet will guide you in taking a close look at Jan van Kessel's paintings of insects and plants, as well as the nature in and around your home.

You will need to bring 10 natural items. Please see the National Gallery website for details.

Nicola Jennings