Explore the exciting process of heat transfer with inspiration from Grayson Perry with printmaker Helen Lock. Combine painted marks and vibrant sublimation papers, to experiment with bold and expressive design on fabric. You will create a range of swatches to make a unique greetings card to give or frame. All materials provided. 1-4pm  

Come and join us to learn to improve your painting-people techniques. Learn how to use colour mixing and different materials to make your portraits come alive. All materials included. The Young Creatives workshops give young people the chance to explore art in various forms whilst also meeting creative professionals and peers.  Ages 11-16 1:30pm-3:00pm

Learn how to slab build with air-dry clay. You can carve, shape and mould your clay to create a container to rival Grayson Perry’s work. Please bring a box to take the work away with you. The Young Creatives workshops give young people the chance to explore art in various forms whilst also meeting creative […]

Dress for mess and join us for some painting fun that improves sensory development and fine motor skills, as well as being creative and messy. All materials included. Advance booking required. 11.00am – 11.40am

Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two hours of indulgent reflective time to draw inspiration from the outstanding collections on display. These sessions are aimed at adults of all abilities, from complete beginners through to confident artists. Materials are provided, but if you bring […]

Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two hours of indulgent reflective time to draw inspiration from the outstanding collections on display. 10:30am – 12:30pm

Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two hours of indulgent reflective time to draw inspiration from the outstanding collections on display. 10:30am – 12:30pm

Inspired by our Grayson Perry exhibition, you will have the chance to layer and complete a collage that tells a story using an array of materials. Please note: Accompanying adult goes free but be prepared to help your child if necessary.

Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two hours of indulgent reflective time to draw inspiration from the outstanding collections on display. 10.30am – 12:30pm

Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two hours of indulgent reflective time to draw inspiration from the outstanding collections on display. 10:30am – 12:30pm

Dress for mess and join us for some painting fun that improves sensory development and fine motor skills, as well as being creative and messy. All materials included. Advance booking required 11.00am – 11:40am

Dress for mess and join us for some painting fun that improves sensory development and fine motor skills, as well as being creative and messy. All materials included. Advance booking required 11.00am – 11:40am

Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two hours of indulgent reflective time to draw inspiration from the outstanding collections on display. These sessions are aimed at adults of all abilities, from complete beginners through to confident artists. Materials are provided, but if you bring […]

“The Art of Illumination/Tezhip, which means ornamenting with gold, is a traditional Turkish art form originally used for decorating precious books and manuscripts. This workshop with Nagihan Seymour will include an overview of the history and origins of this ancient art form. Attendees will learn, step by step, how to draw and paint one of […]

Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two hours of indulgent reflective time to draw inspiration from the outstanding collections on display. 10:30am – 12:30pm

Dress for mess and join us for some painting fun that improves sensory development and fine motor skills, as well as being creative and messy. All materials included. Advance booking required 11:00am – 11:40am