The Art of a Lifetime – A conversation with Ian Smith and Sheila Appleton

Sunday Supplement : The Art of a Lifetime – A conversation with Ian Smith and Sheila Appleton

Spend the afternoon with Leigh-on-Sea artists Ian Smith and Sheila Appleton as they share their journeys as working artists. In this relaxed conversation, they’ll reflect on their careers, the challenges and rewards of sustaining a lifelong practice, and the inspirations—both personal and local—that have shaped their work. This event offers a rare chance to hear directly from two much-loved figures in the Essex art community, gain insight into their creative processes, and enjoy an engaging discussion about what it means to dedicate a life to making art.