Join artist Debra Marsh to experiment with different art styles and materials in a fun and accessible way. A great way to encourage your child’s creativity without making a mess at home. Dates for Summer 2025 are as follows: Saturday 31 May Saturday 28 June Saturday 26 July PLEASE NOTE THE NEW SESSION TIME OF 10.30AM – 11.30AM You can book for each session individually or receive a discounted price when booking all three. If you would like to book for a different date to that on this page, please go back to our main events page to browse. For further information please contact [email protected] CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Experiment with watercolours to create deep sea textures and washes before filling them with your own deep sea creatures. This workshop will focus on how to use watercolours in a loose and flowing way. Great for older children and teenagers, or anyone looking to develop new techniques. If you are an adult wanting to join in, please just purchase a participating adult ticket. If you are just there to support your child, that’s fine too – just book an accompanying adult ticket so we know how many people to expect. All people under the age of 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Join us for a summer of discovery at our 2025 Junior School. We’ll spend each Friday meeting new people, learning new art techniques and creating a fantastic selection of artwork to bring home. Please see our full programme below. If you would like to book for another date, please visit our main events page. 25 JULY: DISCOVER CLAY SCULPTURE Experiment and explore this very satisfying medium taking inspiration from the artworks on display. 1 AUGUST: DISCOVER PRINTMAKING Spend a day learning new techniques including collagraph printing and monoprinting. You’ll learn how each technique works and find your unique style along the way. 8 AUGUST: DISCOVER SURREALISM Let’s take inspiration from the Surrealists and generate artwork in new and exciting ways! We’ll experiment with collage, try out automatic drawing see where our imaginations take us. 15 AUGUST: DISCOVER IMPRESSIONISM Who were these Impressionists? How did they get their name and what was so good about them anyway?! Work with paints and pastels to capture skies and scenes with a vibrant colour palette. 22 AUGUST: DISCOVER POP ART Pop Art can be about vibrant colours, everyday subjects and even humour. We’ll be exploring these themes though collage, drawing and printing techniques. 29 AUGUST: DISCOVER ABSTRACT ART Explore artists such as Kandinski, Mondrain and O’Keefe. Play with colour, shape and pattern using a range of materials and media to develop your own style of abstract art. Please bring a packed lunch and a snack and dress for mess. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Take time out for yourself, switch off your phone and slow down at this creative group for grown-ups. Each month, the group will work with a different point of inspiration and explore different media with a focus on experimentation and exploration. All materials are provided. Dates for Summer 2025 are as follows: Sat 31 May Sat 28 June Sat 26 July PLEASE NOTE THE NEW SESSION TIME OF 2PM – 4PM You can book for each session individually or receive a discounted price when booking all three. If you would like to book for a different date to that on this page, please go back to our main events page to browse. For further information please contact [email protected] CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Whether you want to relax, take time out, polish up your skills or develop your portfolio our Art School Plus sessions will give you the time and techniques that you need. Please see full Art School Plus programme below. To book for a different date to this one, please go back to the main events page and scroll through. MONDAY 28 JULY: DEVELOP LINOCUT PRINTMAKING Get to grips with this satisfying technique and crate a limited edition of A6 prints using the Gallery’s printing press. You may wish to bring a simple A6 image for inspiration. MONDAY 4 AUGUST: DEVELOP DRAWING SKILLS We’ll work on a range of skills such as drawing from life, understanding light and shadow and getting to grips with proportions. A great opportunity to deepen your understanding of these skills and enjoy developing your own drawing style. MONDAY 11 AUGUST: DEVELOP PAINTING WITH WATERCOLOUR There are a wide range of watercolour techniques waiting to be discovered by you. We’ll get to grips with watercolour and explore painting landscapes, still life and more. You’ll begin to discover your own personal painting style and come home with a range of new pieces of work. MONDAY 18 AUGUST: DEVELOP PAINTING WITH ACRYLIC This is a chance to build on your understanding of painting with Acrylics. We’ll explore brush techniques, colour mixing and blending. Your outcomes will include experiments and a finished piece that reflects a technique of your choice. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Join us to create a mixed media pop up Pokémon picture using watercolour, pen and papercraft. If you are an adult wanting to join in, please just purchase a participating adult ticket. If you are just there to support your child, that’s fine too – just book an accompanying adult ticket so we know how many people to expect. All people under the age of 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Join us to make your very own Unicorn or Dragon using clay. In this workshop you’ll learn how to sculpt your chosen mythical creature with step-by-step instructions and guidance. You’ll even get to customise your creature with colourful horns, wings and sequin treasure! If you are an adult wanting to join in, please just purchase a participating adult ticket. If you are just there to support your child, that’s fine too – just book an accompanying adult ticket so we know how many people to expect. All people aged under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Print a panda in the wild and more! Using poly tiles and mix media backgrounds. All materials are provided and all are welcome. This workshop is suitable for children 5yrs+ with support from grownups. If you are an adult wanting to join in, please just purchase a participating adult ticket. If you are just there to support your child, that’s fine too – just book an accompanying adult ticket so we know how many people to expect. All people under the age of 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Join us for a summer of discovery at our 2025 Junior School. We’ll spend each Friday meeting new people, learning new art techniques and creating a fantastic selection of artwork to bring home. Please see our full programme below. If you would like to book for another date, please visit our main events page. 25 JULY: DISCOVER CLAY SCULPTURE Experiment and explore this very satisfying medium taking inspiration from the artworks on display. 1 AUGUST: DISCOVER PRINTMAKING Spend a day learning new techniques including collagraph printing and monoprinting. You’ll learn how each technique works and find your unique style along the way. 8 AUGUST: DISCOVER SURREALISM Let’s take inspiration from the Surrealists and generate artwork in new and exciting ways! We’ll experiment with collage, try out automatic drawing see where our imaginations take us. 15 AUGUST: DISCOVER IMPRESSIONISM Who were these Impressionists? How did they get their name and what was so good about them anyway?! Work with paints and pastels to capture skies and scenes with a vibrant colour palette. 22 AUGUST: DISCOVER POP ART Pop Art can be about vibrant colours, everyday subjects and even humour. We’ll be exploring these themes though collage, drawing and printing techniques. 29 AUGUST: DISCOVER ABSTRACT ART Explore artists such as Kandinski, Mondrain and O’Keefe. Play with colour, shape and pattern using a range of materials and media to develop your own style of abstract art. Please bring a packed lunch and a snack and dress for mess. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Work at your own pace with individual feedback and tuition on hand from Peter at these relaxed and friendly sessions. You are welcome to bring your own materials, although we will supply the basics. Suitable for all levels of experience except absolute beginners to drawing. These sessions run from 11am – 4pm with a short break for lunch. Dates for Summer 2025 are as follows Saturday 7 June Saturday 5 July Saturday 2 August Saturday 6 September If you would like to book for a different date to that on this page, please go back to our main events page to browse. For further information please contact [email protected] CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Whether you want to relax, take time out, polish up your skills or develop your portfolio our Art School Plus sessions will give you the time and techniques that you need. Please see full Art School Plus programme below. To book for a different date to this one, please go back to the main events page and scroll through. MONDAY 28 JULY: DEVELOP LINOCUT PRINTMAKING Get to grips with this satisfying technique and crate a limited edition of A6 prints using the Gallery’s printing press. You may wish to bring a simple A6 image for inspiration. MONDAY 4 AUGUST: DEVELOP DRAWING SKILLS We’ll work on a range of skills such as drawing from life, understanding light and shadow and getting to grips with proportions. A great opportunity to deepen your understanding of these skills and enjoy developing your own drawing style. MONDAY 11 AUGUST: DEVELOP PAINTING WITH WATERCOLOUR There are a wide range of watercolour techniques waiting to be discovered by you. We’ll get to grips with watercolour and explore painting landscapes, still life and more. You’ll begin to discover your own personal painting style and come home with a range of new pieces of work. MONDAY 18 AUGUST: DEVELOP PAINTING WITH ACRYLIC This is a chance to build on your understanding of painting with Acrylics. We’ll explore brush techniques, colour mixing and blending. Your outcomes will include experiments and a finished piece that reflects a technique of your choice. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Be the talk of the beach this summer, with your own ‘designer’ tote bag. Using masking tape to section different areas, you can use a range of different colours, printing blocks and mark making materials to create a totally unique item. All materials are provided, along with aftercare instructions to keep your item colourfast. If you are an adult wanting to join in, please just purchase a participating adult ticket. If you are just there to support your child, that’s fine too – just book an accompanying adult ticket so we know how many people to expect. All people under the age of 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Join us to decoupage your very own summer lantern in sunset colours with a range of different motifs available at this relaxed and relaxing workshop! Please note that time slots are for guidance as this is not a formally taught session. Younger children may finish quickly whilst others may become totally engrossed! If you are an adult wanting to join in, please just purchase a participating adult ticket. If you are just there to support your child, that’s fine too – just book an accompanying adult ticket so we know how many people to expect. All people under the age of 16 years old must be accompanied. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Print a panda in the wild and more! Using poly tiles and mix media backgrounds. All materials are provided and all are welcome. This workshop is suitable for children 5yrs+ with support from grownups. If you are an adult wanting to join in, please just purchase a participating adult ticket. If you are just there to support your child, that’s fine too – just book an accompanying adult ticket so we know how many people to expect. All people under the age of 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Join us in the Gallery to find out more about some of the artworks currently on display, including artwork by Barry Flannagan, Tony Cragg and Ian Hamilton Finlay. Having focused on figurative sculpture depicting the human form last month, former Curator Tim Craven will this time explore 3D works connected to the idea of landscape and the natural world. Expect a mix of art history, anecdotes of acquisition, collection management and conservation. This informal tour will last around an hour including opportunities for questions. Our usual stair access to the gallery is closed because of the ongoing building works, so we will meet in the foyer at 2.15pm and make our way to the Gallery from there. Lift access is available, if needed. Please do let us know if you anticipate wanting this. PAY WHAT YOU CAN Please select a ticket below with an optional amount to contribute. These contributions help us keep the collection accessible during the refurbishment works and help us in our mission to bring art into everyone’s lives! CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Join us for a summer of discovery at our 2025 Junior School. We’ll spend each Friday meeting new people, learning new art techniques and creating a fantastic selection of artwork to bring home. Please see our full programme below. If you would like to book for another date, please visit our main events page. 25 JULY: DISCOVER CLAY SCULPTURE Experiment and explore this very satisfying medium taking inspiration from the artworks on display. 1 AUGUST: DISCOVER PRINTMAKING Spend a day learning new techniques including collagraph printing and monoprinting. You’ll learn how each technique works and find your unique style along the way. 8 AUGUST: DISCOVER SURREALISM Let’s take inspiration from the Surrealists and generate artwork in new and exciting ways! We’ll experiment with collage, try out automatic drawing see where our imaginations take us. 15 AUGUST: DISCOVER IMPRESSIONISM Who were these Impressionists? How did they get their name and what was so good about them anyway?! Work with paints and pastels to capture skies and scenes with a vibrant colour palette. 22 AUGUST: DISCOVER POP ART Pop Art can be about vibrant colours, everyday subjects and even humour. We’ll be exploring these themes though collage, drawing and printing techniques. 29 AUGUST: DISCOVER ABSTRACT ART Explore artists such as Kandinski, Mondrain and O’Keefe. Play with colour, shape and pattern using a range of materials and media to develop your own style of abstract art. Please bring a packed lunch and a snack and dress for mess. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Whether you want to relax, take time out, polish up your skills or develop your portfolio our Art School Plus sessions will give you the time and techniques that you need. Please see full Art School Plus programme below. To book for a different date to this one, please go back to the main events page and scroll through. MONDAY 28 JULY: DEVELOP LINOCUT PRINTMAKING Get to grips with this satisfying technique and crate a limited edition of A6 prints using the Gallery’s printing press. You may wish to bring a simple A6 image for inspiration. MONDAY 4 AUGUST: DEVELOP DRAWING SKILLS We’ll work on a range of skills such as drawing from life, understanding light and shadow and getting to grips with proportions. A great opportunity to deepen your understanding of these skills and enjoy developing your own drawing style. MONDAY 11 AUGUST: DEVELOP PAINTING WITH WATERCOLOUR There are a wide range of watercolour techniques waiting to be discovered by you. We’ll get to grips with watercolour and explore painting landscapes, still life and more. You’ll begin to discover your own personal painting style and come home with a range of new pieces of work. MONDAY 18 AUGUST: DEVELOP PAINTING WITH ACRYLIC This is a chance to build on your understanding of painting with Acrylics. We’ll explore brush techniques, colour mixing and blending. Your outcomes will include experiments and a finished piece that reflects a technique of your choice. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Use coloured cellophane and more to create your own unique suncatcher to hang in your window at this accessible and relaxing workshop. Please note that time slots are for guidance as this is not a formally taught session. Younger children may finish quickly whilst others may become totally engrossed! If you are an adult wanting to join in, please just purchase a participating adult ticket. If you are just there to support your child, that’s fine too – just book an accompanying adult ticket so we know how many people to expect. All people under the age of 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Join artist and art historian Dr Ali Eales and this enjoyable and accessible tour looking at some of the highlights of the collection. Ali will guide visitors through a fascinating selection of sculptural works, exploring how materials, from timeless bronze to throwaway plastics, shape not just what we see, but what we feel, remember, and value in art. Can’t make this date? This tour will also run on the following dates: 23 August 20 September This informal tour will last around an hour including opportunities for questions and time to explore the artwork independently at the end of the tour. Our usual stair access to the gallery is closed because of the ongoing building works, so we will MEET IN THE FOYER AT 2.15PM and make our way to the Gallery from there. Lift access is available, if needed. Please do let us know if you anticipate wanting this. PAY WHAT YOU CAN Please select a ticket below with an optional amount to contribute. These contributions help us keep the collection accessible during the refurbishment works and help us in our mission to bring art into everyone’s lives! CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event that we cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason. image © Joe Low

Be the talk of the beach this summer, with your own ‘designer’ tote bag. Using masking tape to section different areas, you can use a range of different colours, printing blocks and mark making materials to create a totally unique item. All materials are provided, along with aftercare instructions to keep your item colourfast. If you are an adult wanting to join in, please just purchase a participating adult ticket. If you are just there to support your child, that’s fine too – just book an accompanying adult ticket so we know how many people to expect. All people under the age of 16 years old must be accompanied. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Discover the joy of all things miniature at this joyful workshop for all ages. We will create concertina books which fold out from a small matchbox, which we will also decorate as part of the workshop. Each page is yours to fill with marks, patterns and images around your chosen theme, which we will also begin during the workshop… What will your book be about? If you are an adult wanting to join in, please just purchase a participating adult ticket. If you are just there to support your child, that’s fine too – just book an accompanying adult ticket so we know how many people to expect. All people under the age of 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Join us for a summer of discovery at our 2025 Junior School. We’ll spend each Friday meeting new people, learning new art techniques and creating a fantastic selection of artwork to bring home. Please see our full programme below. If you would like to book for another date, please visit our main events page. 25 JULY: DISCOVER CLAY SCULPTURE Experiment and explore this very satisfying medium taking inspiration from the artworks on display. 1 AUGUST: DISCOVER PRINTMAKING Spend a day learning new techniques including collagraph printing and monoprinting. You’ll learn how each technique works and find your unique style along the way. 8 AUGUST: DISCOVER SURREALISM Let’s take inspiration from the Surrealists and generate artwork in new and exciting ways! We’ll experiment with collage, try out automatic drawing see where our imaginations take us. 15 AUGUST: DISCOVER IMPRESSIONISM Who were these Impressionists? How did they get their name and what was so good about them anyway?! Work with paints and pastels to capture skies and scenes with a vibrant colour palette. 22 AUGUST: DISCOVER POP ART Pop Art can be about vibrant colours, everyday subjects and even humour. We’ll be exploring these themes though collage, drawing and printing techniques. 29 AUGUST: DISCOVER ABSTRACT ART Explore artists such as Kandinski, Mondrain and O’Keefe. Play with colour, shape and pattern using a range of materials and media to develop your own style of abstract art. Please bring a packed lunch and a snack and dress for mess. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Celebrate the season with painted postcards to keep or send! This summer, come and join a relaxing, joyful watercolour workshop to create your own collection of art postcards inspired by nature. Suitable for beginners, this workshop introduces the mesmerising versatility of the paints along with guidance to try simple techniques and processes. Your confidence and connection with the materials will develop during the day as you explore your own style, inspired by the objects and ideas on hand. Looking at details, shape, form and colour you’ll create a collection of small art to display at home or to share with others. This workshop is a chance for some ‘you time’ as you express yourself through the paints and the paper. Tea and coffee will be provided but do feel free to bring your own snacks or lunch. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.

Whether you want to relax, take time out, polish up your skills or develop your portfolio our Art School Plus sessions will give you the time and techniques that you need. Please see full Art School Plus programme below. To book for a different date to this one, please go back to the main events page and scroll through. MONDAY 28 JULY: DEVELOP LINOCUT PRINTMAKING Get to grips with this satisfying technique and crate a limited edition of A6 prints using the Gallery’s printing press. You may wish to bring a simple A6 image for inspiration. MONDAY 4 AUGUST: DEVELOP DRAWING SKILLS We’ll work on a range of skills such as drawing from life, understanding light and shadow and getting to grips with proportions. A great opportunity to deepen your understanding of these skills and enjoy developing your own drawing style. MONDAY 11 AUGUST: DEVELOP PAINTING WITH WATERCOLOUR There are a wide range of watercolour techniques waiting to be discovered by you. We’ll get to grips with watercolour and explore painting landscapes, still life and more. You’ll begin to discover your own personal painting style and come home with a range of new pieces of work. MONDAY 18 AUGUST: DEVELOP PAINTING WITH ACRYLIC This is a chance to build on your understanding of painting with Acrylics. We’ll explore brush techniques, colour mixing and blending. Your outcomes will include experiments and a finished piece that reflects a technique of your choice. CANCELLATIONS In the unlikely event of our having to cancel a session, we will offer a full refund. Unfortunately tickets are otherwise non-refundable. Please contact us if you wish to transfer your ticket to a friend if you cannot attend for any reason.