We have exciting fun art workshops going on throughout the summer holidays.
Some activities include: batik, robot making, watercolour skills, mixed media collage and so much more! They will be on most Tuesdays – Fridays each week of the holidays.
We have two sessions on the days that we run activities:
Morning Art Session: 10.00-11.30 Afternoon Art Session: 13.00-14.30
Check out all our upcoming activities here: Summer Holiday Art Workshops
We also have Yoga for Kids on Tuesday’s between 15:15 and 16:00 for just £5 per child.
Check out upcoming Yoga for Kids classes here: Yoga for Kids
Lastly we have our Young Artist Hub in which artists age 10 and above and come along and get arty. Those classes are on Thursdays between 15:00 and 16:30.
Check out upcoming Young Artist Hub classes here: Young Artist Hub
We can’t wait to see you this summer!
- Above: 2026 Overall Winner. Paul Hobson: A toad swims across its woodland pond
- Felix Bellion: Through the Lavender
- Young British Wildlife Photographer of the Year. Ben Lucas: Feathery Pillow
British Wildlife Photography Awards
The British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) is a revered showcase of nature photography in Britain and a crucial reminder of what value our woodlands, wetlands and other ecosystems still hold.
More than 12,000 images were submitted into this year’s competition, with amateur and professional photographers competing for the prize.
“This year’s winners celebrate the wonder, diversity and character of British wildlife in truly exceptional ways,” says Will Nicholls, Director of BWPA. “From familiar species to rarely seen moments, the portfolio showcases the skill and passion of the photographers behind the lens. Together, they offer a joyful celebration of Britain’s natural world, while also reminding us why these places and species are so deserving of our care and protection.”
Photographers competed in 11 different categories in the adult competition: Animal Behaviour, Animal Portraits, Botanical Britain, Black & White, Coast & Marine, Habitat, Hidden Britain, Urban Wildlife, Wild Woods, with British Seasons and Documentary Series making up the special awards. There were also 3 age groups in the youth competition: 11 and under, 12-14 years, and 15-17 years.
With over 75 photographs on display, this is an exhibition not to be missed!
All awarded images are published by Graffeg Books in a hardback coffee-table book, which will be available from our gallery shop during the exhibition.
Jess Pritchard. Coloured pencil.
Wild Perspectives
One of a series focusing on our desire to highlight and encourage active creative groups celebrating the natural world.
One World Imagined is an artist collective of 7, whose drive is capturing our natural world, bringing attention to the need to look after it and working with wildlife charities and organisations to help raise funds to this aim. A diverse group, covering a wide spectrum of subject matter and mediums, all are professional artists. Between them they have been shortlisted for the DSWF Wildlife Artist of the Year many times, have won numerous awards for wildlife art and completed large commissioned works. Subjects include all aspects of wildlife, British, African, South American, Asian, Arctic, on land sea and in the air. With work in pencil, watercolour, oils, acrylic and in sculpture, members of the cooperative will be there each day demonstrating and very happy to chat to visitors.
Talk to artists every day about the work on show.
Join Artist-Gardener Holly Foskett-Barnes to expand your creativity and nourish your wellbeing this summer.
In this course we’ll enjoy learning a range of watercolour painting techniques alongside mindful activities throughout the creative process. Studies will be inspired by beautiful summer shoots and wild flowers around the Nature In Art gardens and local surroundings. No previous experience is necessary, just bring yourself and an open mind! All the activities offered will be gentle and accessible for all levels and abilities.
Previous students have shared:
“A lovely afternoon with a great teacher. Holly was very patient and explained everything well. I shall definitely be doing more of her course.”
“Thank you for a very enjoyable and positive experience – I came away with new skills and the confidence to use them!”
“Holly is a great teacher – always positive and really knows her craft.”
What you can expect from the course:
● Discover playful warm-up drawing techniques
● Nourish your wellbeing with mindful activities and nature-connection
● Gain confidence in your artmaking abilities
● Learn to approach artmaking mindfully, focusing on enjoying the process over any outcomes
● Develop a range of watercolour painting techniques and artistic skills
● Enjoy exploring nature through a creative lens
● Expand your knowledge of materials and tools to support your creative practice beyond
the course
Spaces: 10
Suitable for all
Bring your own supplies or borrow for £10 cash
‘Moorhen in the Rain – Minsmere’ Watercolour c1984. Peter Partington SWLA (1941-2025). Included in this exhibition together with an accompanying poem written by the artist.
In Sync: Words and Wonders
A selection of work, both 2D and 3D, shown with contemporary and historic poetry.
For centuries, art has inspired poets, and poetry has inspired artists.
Vincent Van Gogh was a voracious reader and was a fan of many British authors and poets, including Charles Dickens and John Keats. He often wrote out extracts from different passages that inspired him and sent them to his brother, Theo. In one of Van Gogh’s first letters from London, he copied out the poem ‘Autumn’ by Keats, writing, ‘The last few days I’ve enjoyed reading the poems of John Keats, he’s a poet who isn’t very well known in Holland, I believe. He’s the favourite of the painters here…’
In Chinese culture poetry and painting are deeply intertwined. Many painters took ancient poetry as their inspiration. The poetic tradition, which reaches back over two millennia, provided these artists with a rich wellspring from which to draw, including verses on nature. For painters who were themselves poets, one of the greatest ambitions was to create a work that combined their original poetry, calligraphy, and painting into coherent artwork, known as the ‘three perfections’ in Chinese – a chance to stand on the shoulders of their poetic heroes and add their voice to the tradition.
So, this selection of works from our collection brings together poetry (some written by the artist) and painting.
We’ll also be inviting visitors to pause and write their own poetic responses to the exhibits on display.
We have our amazing Mini Craft Market where our talented local crafters can get together to share and sell their handmade products.
Previous crafts have included: nature crafts, paper crafts, woodwork, paintings, illustration, crochet/knitting, weaving, decoupage, cards, glass, silk painting, textile bags, jewellery, resin art and flood painting.
Held in the Education Centre and is free to enter!
10am – 4:30pm (3:45pm for December Market)
Gloucestershire Society of Artists
One of a series focusing on our desire to highlight and encourage active creative groups celebrating the natural world.
This is the 2026 GSA members annual exhibition.
All the items on display will be new work and awards are given to the best in show, including a visitor’s favourite vote. With the society now being over 100 years old it is especially pleasing that there are new members this year, helping to build on it’s inspiring heritage.
For the first time there will be a section for work by children. (Entries can be in any medium – see details on the GSA website). These will have been selected by a group of judges.
From traditional watercolours and drawings, to 3D works and more abstract interpretations, there will be something for everyone.
There will also be an opportunity to see members at work each day.
Tetiana Hnilytska is a professional violinist who has played with several orchestras around the world including the Hans Zimmer orchestra and the Odessa Philharmonic. Originally from Odessa, Tetiana came to the UK as a refugee with her family following the invasion of Ukraine. She will be performing with the talented Sarah Harris on piano. The programme will include works by Bach, Piazzola, Skoryk, Kreisler and others.
- 7pm Doors open to view museum galleries
- 7.30pm Finger buffet
- 8.10pm Recital
Book here
We have another amazing Dare to Dabble planned for you!
Designed completely around the absolute beginner, or those who just fancy a dabble, these sessions provide a great opportunity to try out new art techniques and mediums.
Morning Session: 10am – 12pm
Afternoon Session: 1pm – 3pm
Inspiration, materials, guidance and fun are all provided, and as all tasks should, we’ll begin with a brew.
Follow this link to see what we have going on in the session today: Dare to Dabble
Course details:
Immerse yourself in the vibrant shades of autumn with this two-day watercolour sketching course, perfect for all abilities. You will learn how to capture the rich hues and textures of the season through step-by-step demonstrations and practical exercises, working from both reference materials and nature itself. Explore essential watercolour techniques including washes, layering, and colour mixing to bring autumn landscapes, foliage, and textures to life. Guidance will be tailored to suit each participant, ensuring a relaxed and supportive environment. By the end of the course, you will have created your own collection of expressive autumnal sketches.
Materials and additional costs:
Supplied by tutor, £32 cash
Or email tutor for materials list
Suitability:
Beginners – advanced
Spaces:
12
Price: £124 / £158