The Shoosmith Gallery

The Shoosmith Gallery is a registered charity with the objective of bringing public awareness to the watercolours of Thurston Laidlaw Shoosmith (1865-1933), and his sister Fanny Violet Shoosmith (1871-1925).

'Thursie' and 'Vi' as they were known to their friends, were 'self-taught' artists, visiting many scenic settings across Britain to sketch and paint. Thursie also visited many villages and towns in continental Europe to sketch and paint, during the tranquil period leading up to the First World War (1914-18). He was appointed as the first President of the Northampton Town and County Arts Society and elected to the Royal Society of British Artists (RBA) in 1919.

Talks/tours offered

• Artwork viewings and talks on request