THE Chandos Society of Artists present the Jean Rees Memorial Lecture about Hans Schwarz, his life and works at Bridgwater Arts Centre on March 21 at 2.30pm.

This year’s return of the popular Jean Rees Memorial Lecture is presented by Paul Upton, author of the biography, ‘Hans Schwarz’ which was launched at the National Portrait Gallery last year.

Upton also wrote ‘Hans Schwarz in Somerset’ about Schwarz’s life and the number of paintings he produced in Somerset.

Chandos Society of Artists’ members and guests will hear much about Schwarz’s time at Stogursey during the 1960s and how the painter, sculptor, illustrator and author produced some of his finest work.

The lecture starts at 2.30pm and is followed by a wine reception in the gallery where visitors can meet Paul Upton and some of the society’s members who will be exhibiting their Spring Exhibition (March 3-28).

Entry into the lecture is free to members and £3 for non-members.