These are a few of my favourite things

Pete Ashton
Photographer, blogger, DIY culture enthusiast

6.30–7.30pm.

A number of well-known individuals undertake a series of talks inspired by Desert Island Discs. Asked to select their eight favourite works of art, speakers will reveal their personal inspirations, illustrated by a slide show.

Places are free but should be reserved by calling Ikon on 0121 248 0708.

Coming up:

Wednesday 18 August
Ian Emes, artist, flmmaker and pioneering creator of music-related animations in the 1970s

Wednesday 25 August
Simon Chapman, former Ikon Director

Wednesday 8 September
Howard Skempton, composer

Saturday 11 September
Stuart Maconie, writer and broadcaster

Thursday 16 September (6-7pm)
Carl Palmer, legendary rock drummer