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Rose has been lecturing on art history since 2006. Rose’s clients include private member clubs, online learning groups, and individuals looking to entertain friends at home. She has a repertoire of over 100 lectures and is always developing new content. She will happily tailor talks and courses to your interests, so please do get in touch by emailing Rose on rose@rosebalston.com. Below you will find a selection of past courses Rose has delivered. Should you wish to hear these talks, online, in the comfort of your own home, you can purchase them here.

Past courses include

Women who Shaped the Art World

The Forgotten Women of Art History

Uncovered: The Body in Art

The Greatest Storytellers of the Italian Renaissance

The Greatest Storytellers of the Northern Renaissance

The Greatest Storytellers of the European Baroque Art

The Greatest Storytellers of the of the 18th century

The Greatest Storytellers of the of the 19th century

The Story of Winter: Christmas and Beyond

A journey of growth and discovery

"I am very much inspired and encouraged by you, as an artist, as a storyteller, as a feminist, as a professional woman, and as a very kind mom. I can just go on and on. I got back to China with great memories and inspiration. Keep in touch. "
- CEO
- CEO (Off-site Global Leadership Forum, Florence)
"Rose Balston is a gift to the cultural Philistine. She is the best speaker I have ever encountered- interesting, inspiring, passionate about her subject, and extremely well-versed in the history of art and architecture of London; the perfect Cicerone. "
- Senior Headhunter
- Senior Headhunter (Leighton House client event, London)
" Thank you for an incredibly enlightening and entertaining evening. I am not surprised the response has been overwhelming – Rose, your passion and command of your subject was something to behold. I feel altogether more enriched for the experience. Thank you thank you. "
- Managing Director
- Managing Director (Online Webinar)
"I want to thank you for reminding me how art can give us the kind of relief we need….hearing your words and how you described the art and the context the art developed in, deeply touched me…. "
- CEO
- CEO (Off-site Global Leadership Forum, Florence)
" Thank you very much for organising the talk yesterday evening. Alice and I were discussing the issues raised by Rose long into the evening - she really is a fantastically engaging speaker. "
- Partner
- Partner (Women of History Month talk, Dubai)
" Thank you very much for organising the talk yesterday evening. Alice and I were discussing the issues raised by Rose long into the evening - she really is a fantastically engaging speaker. "
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- Partner (Women of History Month talk, Dubai)
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what our customers are saying

Rose, you were an utter triumph tonight. Intellect, passion, curiosity, knowledge, erudition, warmth, humour, wit, charm... I have literally never seen anything quite like it. You were utterly unthreatening, and enabled, in fact, promoted, a sense of former knowledge in your listeners by both making them feel like they already knew lots of art history whilst quickly dusting off their memory of it all at the same time.
L.McC., (a talk on the collections at Louvre Abu Dhabi)
Anyone present at one of Rose's lectures is transported to the era of the art she explores. She has an infectious passion for her subject, and with a remarkable ability to relate to her audience, she helps make the past immediate and relevant. This arises from a potent combination of a great depth of knowledge gleaned from rigorous research, and abundant natural charisma.
B.W., Head of History of Art, Westminster School for Boys, London (a talk on Love and Marriage in the Renaissance)
I am very much inspired and encouraged by you, as an art, as a storyteller, as a feminist, as a professional woman… I can just go on and on. I got back to China with great memories and inspiration. Keep in touch.
R.G., C.E.O. at That Spark (a lecture on the origins of the Florentine Renaissance)
Hi Rose. So great seeing you yesterday and loved your Medici presentation. It was so informative, interesting and honestly transported me to the period (thinking about it today and want to know more!). Hope to attend as many of the remaining talks as possible. 
E.H., (a lecture on Rembrandt)
It was wonderful to sit through your lecture yesterday and feel my brain being exercised. I really enjoyed it and could have sat for at least another hour. Your mastery of the material is amazing and your enthusiasm is contagious – SO unlike lectures I sat through at university!!
B.M., (a lecture on Leonardo)
Superb talk, one of your best ever. Really powerful!
A.A., (a lecture on Angelica Kauffman)
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