National Gallery - First look at our winter events

Rachel Maclean in conversation Hear Scottish artist Rachel Maclean discuss her satirical engagement with issues of national identity and the construction of female beauty, as well as reflecting on the dialogue between her own caustic and darkly comical films and the paintings of 19th-century English artist, Landseer. Friday 7 December, 6.30–7.30pm Sainsbury Wing Theatre Book tickets  › Pictures within a picture Take a long look at 'Cognoscenti in a Room hung with Pictures' and discuss art within art and the purpose of collecting. 3 December. Book now Fashioning artistic identity Tintoretto altered the course of Venetian painting. Learn about his innovative work for both the rich and poor at this day of talks. 5 December. Book now Dress-down Friday Join us for pop-up events inspired by costumes and identity on 7 December, from 6pm. Under-25s will also be able to visit the 'Mantegna and Bellini' exhibition for free.* Find out more  › January 2019 highlights The global panorama Learn about panoramic painting during the British Empire in our Paul Mellon lecture series. Book now  › The artist How has the identity of the artist evolved throughout history? Explore further in our series of courses. Book now  › Christmas shop Give the gift of art to someone special this Christmas with National Gallery Membership. From only £68  › There's something for everyone this festive season, with our unique range of art-inspired gifts. Shop now  › Live: The Monarch of the Glen Join us on Facebook and hear the story behind Landseer's iconic image with Susan Foister on 30 November.