Talk | Rachel Howard and Frank Auerbach: Noise
11am–12pm
£15 (includes general admission)
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Buy Tickets >Join our Assistant Curator Mia Bilbeisi and Curator Miriam O’Connor Perks for a talk in the Print Room, exploring the exhibition Rachel Howard and Frank Auerbach: Noise. Showcasing the Gallery’s recent acquisitions, this exhibition brings together two generations of artists in a dynamic dialogue, connected through shared themes of mortality, relationships, and the human body.
The term ‘noise’ in printmaking refers to accidental ink residue, when the ink catches on rough or un-carved areas of a woodblock or plate during relief printing. During this talk, Miriam and Mia will discuss the printing techniques of both artists, exploring the striking parallels and contrasts between Auerbach’s celebrated etchings and Rachel Howards expressive woodcuts. This exhibition highlights the pioneering approach of both artists, who have produced works that push the traditional boundaries of printmaking. Together, in a striking contrast, their prints reveal the enduring power of the medium to capture the raw complexities of the human experience.
This talk will last for approximately 45 minutes with the opportunity to ask questions at the end.
Visitor Guidance – This exhibition includes references to themes of death, suicide and abortion.
Miriam O'Connor Perks
Miriam O’Connor Perks is Curator at Pallant House Gallery. She completed her Master’s in Art History and Museum Curating at the University of Sussex in 2018. She worked at Towner Eastbourne before joining Pallant House Gallery in 2021. She leads on artists’ commissions at the Gallery and has a particular interest in post-war and contemporary British art.
Mia Bilbeisi
Mia Bilbeisi is a Curatorial Assistant at Pallant House Gallery. In 2023 she completed her Fine Art Degree at Farnham University for the Creative Arts. She later worked at Watts Gallery before joining us at Pallant in 2026. She has a keen interest in contemporary art and evolving material practices.
