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Whilst sketching on the Southbank of the Thames, Benedict explores the architectural history of Southwark Bridge (completed in 1921) and explains the role of its architect, Sir Ernest George, in the Beaux-Arts transformation of central London.
Discover new drawing techniques for interpreting London's riverscape and join a long tradition of artists and draughtsmen who have been inspired by the Thames, including Illuminated River project artist Leo Villareal.
Southwark Bridge was lit in July 2019 alongside London, Cannon Street and Millennium bridges as part of Illuminated River - an ambitious public art project which is transforming the capital at night, lighting up to 14 bridges across the Thames.
Benedict O'Looney teaches architectural history and sketching for New York University's London Programme and Sir John Soane's Museum, and is chair of the Southwark Conservation Areas Advisory Group.
Without the support of funders, partners and people like yourself, we wouldn’t be able to deliver our diverse programme of projects and events along the Thames and across the world.
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