Saturday 13th May 2023, 10:30am – 3:30pm A range of plants grown from cuttings and seed will be available to buy, as well as surplus plants from the Gardens! Our plants are grown on-site in York Museum Gardens to help reduce our carbon footprint. All supplied in 2 litre pots with peat-free compost Expert advice […]
Join us at York Art Gallery for life drawing workshops; whether you are a regular participant, would like to hone your skills, or try life drawing for the first time, these regular two-hour immersive Saturday sessions, led by Rob Oldfield, are a wonderful way to experience life drawing in a supportive and friendly environment.
10.30am – 12.30pm, free Art activities to release your creative energy! Set in the beautiful surroundings of York Art Gallery’s Studio space, this 2 hour workshop gives opportunity for discovery and time to explore a variety of art materials and inspiring themes designed to promote wellbeing. Enjoy the company of others, creating art with gentle guidance […]
18 May 2023 1pm, 2pm, 3pm FREE ENTRY A performance by York St John University Music, Dance and Theatre students in response to York Art Gallery’s permanent collection. This 30 minute performance is the result of a collaborative creative process between music, dance and theatre students in response to the artworks in the Burton Gallery. […]
2pm – 3:30pm Included with exhibition entry charge Adults only Booking required, get tickets here. Adults are invited to our children’s book illustration workshops. Taking inspiration from the exhibition, you will work with our talented illustrator Lucy Monkman to explore a range of illustrative styles, before trying your hand at creating your own illustration for […]
24th May, 1:30pm-3:30pm, £5 per person Book tickets here. Pick up a pencil – draw and discover! Give yourself time to sharpen and share your drawing skills in this two-hour sketching workshop with artist Griselda Goldsbrough. Enjoy working in sketchbooks in a relaxed and friendly group, taking inspiration from the collections at York Art Gallery. Materials […]
Saturday 27th May 2023, 10:30am – 3:30pm A range of plants grown from cuttings and seed will be available to buy, as well as surplus plants from the Gardens! Our plants are grown on-site in York Museum Gardens to help reduce our carbon footprint. All supplied in 2 litre pots with peat-free compost Expert advice […]
Saturday 27th May 2023, 10:30am – 3:30pm Just in time for planting season, come browse a range of plants grown from cuttings and seed, as well as surplus plants from the Gardens which will be available to buy. The Pop Up Plant Shop will focus on sustainability by recycling pots and reducing the amount of […]
Drop-in between 10:30am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-3:30pm Suitable for all ages! Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all timesIncluded with exhibition entry charge This Pride Month, join Curious Arts for Mini Pride at York Art Gallery, celebrating families of all shapes and sizes through colourful, creative activities inspired by some of literature’s young rebels featured […]
7th June, 1:30pm-3:30pm, £5 per person Book tickets here. Pick up a pencil – draw and discover! Give yourself time to sharpen and share your drawing skills in this two-hour sketching workshop with artist Griselda Goldsbrough. Enjoy working in sketchbooks in a relaxed and friendly group, taking inspiration from the collections at York Art Gallery. Materials […]