Les Philosophes Society host Art Critic Andrew Graham-Dixon

Art critic and television presenter Andrew Graham-Dixon gave a fascinating talk on Caravaggio to the Les Philosophes Society on Wednesday 13 January.

Against a backdrop of Caravaggio’s paintings, Graham-Dixon talked about the violence in the artist’s life as well as the ground-breaking nature of his art. He argued that Caravaggio was criticising the Catholic Church in late sixteenth century Italy for its unchristian disinterest in the poor. Graham-Dixon spoke movingly about the paintings and helped us all appreciate them more deeply. The questions at the end suggested that students and staff were wrestling with the issue of how one and the same person could have both a refined sensibility and violent inclinations.

Art critic and television presenter Andrew Graham-Dixon gave a fascinating talk on Caravaggio to the Les Philosophes Society on Wednesday 13 January.

Against a backdrop of Caravaggio’s paintings, Graham-Dixon talked about the violence in the artist’s life as well as the ground-breaking nature of his art. He argued that Caravaggio was criticising the Catholic Church in late sixteenth century Italy for its unchristian disinterest in the poor. Graham-Dixon spoke movingly about the paintings and helped us all appreciate them more deeply. The questions at the end suggested that students and staff were wrestling with the issue of how one and the same person could have both a refined sensibility and violent inclinations.

Also in Academic

Academic aa steam
JUN 26, 2025

STEAM Festival

Recently we came together for an exciting and enriching day of learning as part of the Aldenham School STEAM Festival. Year 4 and Year 5 pupils participated in a vibrant programme of hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity across the STEAM disciplines: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics.

READ MORE STEAM Festival
Academic IMG_8723
MAY 16, 2025

Positively You

We were delighted to welcome Kim from Positively You to our school on Tuesday for a series of engaging and insightful study skills sessions tailored to our Year 7, 8, and 9 students. Positively You specialises in workshops and courses that support pupils to become more resilient, confident, and creative, thereby unlocking their potential and […]

READ MORE Positively You
Academic a IMG_9372
MAR 20, 2025

Careers Fair 2025

On Wednesday, we hosted the Aldenham School Careers Fair for students in Years 9-13. The event featured around 65 exhibitors from a variety of industries, including finance, banking, fashion, sports, government, and politics. Over 120 students attended a talk on apprenticeships, while more than 100 students participated in a Law Panel Q&A, which included five […]

READ MORE Careers Fair 2025