Monday 10 November at 4pm – 🎙️This talk will be recorded and available for 2 weeks.
Mirrors have always held a powerful place in the history of art—more than just reflective surfaces, they invite us into a world beyond the canvas. They expand the pictorial space, drawing viewers into the scene and unlocking new layers of meaning and interpretation. Artists have used mirrors not just to reflect, but to reveal.
From the Arnolfini Portrait (1400s), where a tiny mirror at the painting’s heart turns the whole composition into a visual mystery, to Bauhaus school’s visionary photography (1920s) and to Anish Kapoor’s real distorted reflections (2000s), each artist uses mirrors as portals—challenging us to see beyond the surface and reconsider our place in the picture and life.
Roberta’s love for art and architecture borders on “obsession”—and she’s happily embraced it! Her passion led her to earn a Graduate Certificate with distinction from Birkbeck University. That was actually her second degree—her first career is in Economics, with over 20 years of experience in the fast-paced world of financial markets. Now, she channels her energy into making art and architecture not just informative, but fun, relatable and engaging for everyone. She’s the founder of Art Tours with a Theme – ART wiT, a London-based project offering themed tours. You can follow her curated art and architecture adventures on Instagram @artwit_london and Facebook @artwitlondon.