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Are you looking for a keynote speech or motivational talk?

Since 2009 Rose has developed a unique concept that helps businesses engage in the themes that matter to them most, through the epic story of art and history. With charismatic storytelling at the heart of all she does, Rose carefully tailors her narratives to business and brand goals.

Why Art?

Because it is one of the most powerful tools for stimulating meaningful and unexpected conversations. Through art Rose taps into concepts that have preoccupied humanity for millennia, and carefully weaves parallels with the problems that challenge businesses today. By unlocking the messages of history, Rose provides new and fresh tools that helps businesses and teams see the world differently.

Her talks are a far cry from conventional client and team events, and provide an invigorating and exciting platform to learn, entertain and inspire.

Seeking Keynote, After-Dinner, or Motivational Talks?

Since 2009 Rose has developed a unique concept that helps businesses engage in the themes that matter to them most, through the epic story of art and history. With charismatic storytelling at the heart of all she does, Rose carefully tailors her narratives to business and brand goals.

Why Art?

Art is one of the most powerful tools for stimulating meaningful and unexpected conversations. Through art Rose taps into concepts that have preoccupied humanity for millennia. She draws parallels with issues that preoccupy businesses and their communities today, allowing space for thought-provoking discussion. Her talks are a far cry from conventional client .

Example Talks Include

The Lost Women of Art History​

How does Constraint Fuel Creativity?
This talks sheds light on the remarkable achievements of side-lined women artists who were forced to find new ways of thinking. The result is ground-breaking, innovative art.

The Universality of Art: Bridging Cultures through pre-historic painting

How can art encourage integration? This talk illustrates how pre-historic art unites humanity across time and place, showcasing art's unparalleled ability to transcend boundaries and foster global unity.

Art and Mental Health

How does art help us better understand mental health, and provide us with tools to generate a more positive future? This talk unveils the genius of Franz Messerschmidt, whose pioneering 18th century 'Character Heads' offer profound insights into mental health and human resilience.

Art and Climate Change ​

How can art help inform your ESG Policy?
This talk looks at the vital role of artists as they confront the climate crisis, revealing the way art serves as a potent catalyst for dialogue and change.

The Art of Fraud

This talk explores the complex dynamic of art forgery throughout history. Do forgeries make artist’s careers or destroy them? Should forgeries have value in their artistic prowess, or be condemned for all history as worthless? And why, in history, have forgers been seen as heroes, rather than villains?

Rembrandt’s Resilience; A Story of Art and Adversity

Rembrandt van Rijn’s portraits reveal an innovative spirit but also enduring resilience. This talk offers timeless messages that resonate clearly with our human experience today.

Rose’s clients include

Rose’s clients include

Contact and Newsletter

For speaking engagements, tour enquiries and other information, please email Rose on: rose@rosebalston.com. 

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