A PORTRAIT of Melvyn Bragg is on show at Kendal's Abbot Hall Art Gallery, painted by Conrad Atkinson, internationally recognised for his innovative art. Conrad and his fellow Cumbrian have been friends for many years and the picture is essentially a bricollage containing several elements around the broadcaster and novelist's life. Conrad gives a talk at the gallery on Wednesday, August 19 (6.30pm). Telephone 01539-722464.
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