A COLLECTION of self portraits by leading British artists has gone on display.

The Ruth Borchard Collection, featuring works by Euan Uglow, Tom McGuiness, Michael Ayrton and Roger Hilton, is on display at Durham Art Gallery and DLI this month.

The rare archive of 100 original works covers a crucial period in British Art History, with some pieces dating back to the early Twenties.

The exhibition runs until Sunday, February 28.

The gallery will also be hosting a series of public events based on the display.

On Saturday, February 6, art historian Gail-Nina Anderson will discuss the changing approach to the self-portrait from the Renaissance era to the present day.

The talk starts at 2pm, but places must be booked.

Museum and gallery charges apply.

There will also be the chance for visitors to create their own self portrait using experimental techniques during drop-in workshops.

The sessions, hosted by artist Sharon Wilson, take place between 10.30am and 12.30pm, and 1pm and 3pm, on February 15, 17 and 18.