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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 4 MAY 2025 3 ART An exhibition of paintings of Malta and Venice by Martin Scicluna DIN l-Art Ħelwa, the Nation- al Trust for Malta, is hosting an exhibition of paintings of Malta and Venice, by its former pres- ident Martin Scicluna, from 29 April till 3 May, 2025. The Exhibition Hall at 10 Old Bakery Street in Valletta, corner with Melita Street, will display 36 water-colour paintings and 32 acrylic on board paintings, and will be open every day from 10am till 4pm. Entrance is free. Proceeds from the sale, as with his previous exhibition held at Din l-Art Ħelwa in 2023, will mainly go to the non-profit or- ganisation, along with St Paul's Anglican Pro-Cathedral. Mr Scicluna is the last surviving member of the Six Soldier Artists who is still painting. The Soldier Artists exhibited in Malta at three highly successful Exhibitions in aid of charities in 2000, 2003 and 2006. He was born in 1935. He was ed- ucated at St Edward's College, the Royal Military Academy Sand- hurst, the Army Staff College Camberley and the Royal College of Defence Studies. He served in the Royal Malta Artillery from 1956 until 1964, transferring to the Royal Artillery in 1965 after completion of the Army Staff Col- lege course. He left the Army in 1973 and won a place at the M i n i s t r y of Defence as a Direct En- try Principal where he served in various policy secretariats ad- vising Ministers. He al- so served on secondment to the Foreign Office as a member of the United Kingdom Delegation to NATO until November 1995, retiring in the rank of Assistant Under Secretary of State. He served Din l-Art Ħelwa faithfully in several incarnations from 1996 on his return to Mal- ta, culminating with his election as Executive President from 2001 to 2005 and Vice-President from 2005 to 2013. He was elect- ed Honorary Life Council mem- ber in 2014. Scicluna studied art at St Edward's College under English art master Mr Kealy in 1943. He retained a keen inter- est thereafter in painting in wa- ter-colour and, later, oils, honing his techniques over the years un- til he settled in recent years on painting in acrylic on board and water-colour. Portraying St John's Co-Cathedral through time THE exhibition, titled "Por- traying St John's Co-Cathedral Through Time," will provide a comprehensive exploration of the beauty and spirituality of St John's Co-Cathedral. The ex- hibition will feature a diverse range of works, from the late 16th century up until the 21st century. Each piece will offer a unique perspective on St John's Co-Cathedral, capturing its es- sence through various artistic lenses. This exhibition aims to deepen public awareness of St John's Co-Cathedral over the centuries, celebrating the rich artistic legacy inspired by this religious and historic site through various forms of art. The exhibition aims to increase public awareness of St John's Co-Cathedral, highlighting its art and interpreted by the ex- pression from artists through- out history and present-day artworks. The artworks to be ex- hibited will showcase the cathe- dral and its collections, and the many works inspired by it, which are housed in both public and private collections on the island. It will serve as an important cul- tural opportunity to celebrate St John's Co-Cathedral. St John's Co-Cathedral repre- sents far more than a historical or touristic landmark. It stands as a centre for cultural enrich- ment and learning. Through initiatives such as this exhibition, we further our mis- sion to highlight the Cathedral's enduring commitment to art, education, and the values it up- holds for the benefit of the wider community Above: Martin Scicluna