THE LADY OF SHALOTT A Virtual Art Gallery Experience Inspired by Alfred Tennyson’s poem Presented by: Hepina Ria Zepani Br Siregar (013) Abigail Everolga Sinaga (018) Step into a virtual exhibition that retells The Lady of Shalott through a curated collection of paintings. Follow the Lady’s journey from isolation to freedom and discover how art brings Tennyson’s poem to life. SCAN TO ACCESS THE GALLERY Alfred Tennyson 1809–1892 Alfred Tennyson was one of the most influential poets of the Victorian era. His poem The Lady of Shalott explores themes of isolation, longing, destiny, and the tension between art and reality. First published in 1833 and revised in 1842, it remains one of his most celebrated works.
I AM HALF-SICK OF SHADOWS, SAID THE LADY OF SHALOTT (1915)John William WaterhouseScene: Life in the Tower Introduces the Lady’s secluded life under a mysterious curse. Confined to her tower, she experiences the outside world only through a mirror while longing for freedom.THE LADY OF SHALOTT LOOKING AT LANCELOT (1894)John William Waterhouse Scene: The Encounter with Lancelot The Lady catches sight of Sir Lancelot through her mirror. Captivated by what she sees, she is drawn toward the world beyond the tower, setting the tragedy in motion.THE LADY OF SHALOTT (1867) William Holman HuntScene: The Curse Begins The mirror breaks as the Lady defies her fate, symbolizing the irreversible consequences of her decision.
Scene: Journey to Camelot The Lady leaves the safety of her tower and drifts toward Camelot by boat, embracing freedom despite the cost.Scene: Final Arrival Her journey ends in tragedy as she reaches Camelot only after her death, leaving behind a powerful reflection on desire, fate, and sacrifice.THE LADY OF SHALOTT (1888)John William WaterhouseTHE LADY OF SHALOTT (1875)John Atkinson Grimshaw The Lady of Shalott is a story about isolation, longing, and the courage to pursue freedom despite its consequences. Through this collection of paintings, visitors can follow the Lady’s journey from the quiet solitude of her tower to her final voyage toward Camelot, experiencing the poem through visual art. By bringing literature and painting together, this exhibition offers a new way to appreciate Tennyson’s work and reflect on its timeless themes of desire, fate, and personal choice. Would you remain in the safety of the tower, or risk everything to experience the world beyond it? CURATOR’S REFLECTION