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Posterboard
Posterboard
July 2016 – July 2026 Jul 2016 – Jul 2026
Jul
22
Fri
Jul 22 @ 10:30 am
10:30 am
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Dare to Dabble Choose from 2 sessions: 10.30am – 1.00pm or 2.00pm – 4.30pm There is something very relaxing and peaceful about sitting quietly in the garden. It’s thought that gardens are where man and ... Read more
Nature in Art
Aug
17
Wed
Aug 17 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
10:30 am
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A chance to walk around the beautiful grounds of Nature in Art and sketch with tutor Stan Giles. Materials provided. Free of charge but donations to The Independence Trust welcome. Spaces are limited so please ... Read more
Aug
24
Wed
Aug 24 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
10:30 am
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A chance to walk around the beautiful grounds of Nature in Art and sketch with tutor Stan Giles. Materials provided. Free of charge but donations to The Independence Trust welcome. Spaces are limited so please ... Read more
Sep
1
Thu
Sep 1 @ 10:30 am
10:30 am
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Dare to Dabble Choose from 2 sessions: 10.30am – 1.00pm or 2.00pm – 4.30pm This workshop is a great introduction to using air drying clay and clay tools. After learning the basics you will make ... Read more
Nature in Art
Oct
4
Tue
Oct 4 @ 10:30 am
10:30 am
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Dare to Dabble Choose from 2 sessions: 10.30am – 1.00pm or 2.00pm – 4.30pm Learn how to make your very own scraperboard – a very effective material to draw on. Then using specialist tools you ... Read more
Nature in Art
Nov
9
Wed
Nov 9 @ 10:30 am
10:30 am
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Dare to Dabble Choose from 2 sessions: 10.30am – 1.00pm or 2.00pm – 4.30pm The printing method we will use today uses a pencil to make marks on the printing surface. It is a fantastic ... Read more
Nature in Art
Dec
16
Fri
Dec 16 @ 10:30 am
10:30 am
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Dare to Dabble Choose from 2 sessions: 10.30am – 1.00pm or 2.00pm – 4.30pm Using festive nature from Nature in Art’s very own grounds, wire and a special type of resin to give that stained ... Read more
Nature in Art
Jan
12
Thu
Jan 12 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
10:30 am
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There are some wonderful techniques and tricks which can be used to make very successful images. The leaf technique is particularly good giving a metallic antiques finish to your picture. PLACES MUST BE BOOKED IN ... Read more
Feb
22
Wed
Feb 22 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
10:30 am
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Try out different techniques to create watercolour paintings with a nature theme. Experiments include dropping, spreading, rubbing adding salt, white spirit and resist methods. PLEASE BOOK YOUR PLACE IN ADVANCE!
Feb
22
Wed
Feb 22 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
2:00 pm
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Try out different techniques to create watercolour paintings with a nature theme. Experiments include dropping, spreading, rubbing adding salt, white spirit and resist methods. PLEASE BOOK YOUR PLACE IN ADVANCE!     Save
Nature in Art
Mar
14
Tue
Mar 14 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
10:30 am
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Using all kinds of different materials and techniques you will create a work of art to be proud of. This sessions could include anything from using fabric, different types of paper, glue, textiles, paint, inks ... Read more
Nature in Art
Mar
14
Tue
Mar 14 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
2:00 pm
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Using all kinds of different materials and techniques you will create a work of art to be proud of. This sessions could include anything from using fabric, different types of paper, glue, textiles, paint, inks ... Read more
Nature in Art
Apr
27
Thu
Apr 27 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
10:30 am
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Weaving paper is a traditional craft and a nice way to recycle old newspaper and magazines and turn them into some useful household items. With this project we will weave an object out of newspaper ... Read more
Apr
27
Thu
Apr 27 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
2:00 pm
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Weaving paper is a traditional craft and a nice way to recycle old newspaper and magazines and turn them into some useful household items. With this project we will weave an object out of newspaper ... Read more
May
23
Tue
May 23 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
10:30 am
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Using a view finder out in the garden(weather permitting) or by looking at our handling collection will make quick sketches and preliminary drawings to create a designs, drawings or pattern which you can go onto ... Read more
May
23
Tue
May 23 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
2:00 pm
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Using a view finder out in the garden(weather permitting) or by looking at our handling collection will make quick sketches and preliminary drawings to create a designs, drawings or pattern which you can go onto ... Read more
Jun
14
Wed
Jun 14 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
10:30 am
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Temari Japanese textile balls are breath taking in their intricate design, detail and time spent creating them. However we have quick cheat method to make these decorative balls. It great way to find out more ... Read more
Jun
14
Wed
Jun 14 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
2:00 pm
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Temari Japanese textile balls are breath taking in their intricate design, detail and time spent creating them. However we have quick cheat method to make these decorative balls. It great way to find out more ... Read more
Jul
19
Wed
Jul 19 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
10:30 am
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Découpage involves cutting out pictures, gluing them to an object and then coating the pictures and the object with layers of varnish. Learn this lovely technique and transform dreary objects into something beautiful. PLEASE BOOK ... Read more
Jul
19
Wed
Jul 19 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
2:00 pm
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Découpage involves cutting out pictures, gluing them to an object and then coating the pictures and the object with layers of varnish. Learn this lovely technique and transform dreary objects into something beautiful. PLEASE BOOK ... Read more
Jan
30
Tue
Jan 30 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
10:30 am
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Learn how to sculpt and manipulate paper to create a beautiful bouquet of hyacinths.
Nature in Art
Feb
21
Wed
Feb 21 all-day
12:00 am
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Available sessions :10.30am – 1pm or 2pm – 4.30pm Simple yet effective. These yarn balls are easy to make and will add a bit of colour to your room. CLICK HERE TO BOOK
Nature in Art
Mar
23
Fri
Mar 23 all-day
12:00 am
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Available sessions :10.30am – 1pm or 2pm – 4.30pm With Easter just around the corner, come along and make a beautiful hanging decoration! CLICK HERE TO BOOK
Nature in Art
Apr
19
Thu
Apr 19 all-day
12:00 am
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Available sessions :10.30am – 1pm or 2pm – 4.30pm These tissue paper lanterns are a great way to light up the dark evenings and to welcome Spring back. CLICK HERE TO BOOK  
Nature in Art
Oct
29
Sat
Oct
30
Sun
Oct 29 – Oct 30 all-day
12:00 am
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Don’t miss our ever popular Gift and Craft Fair!
Jan
25
Sat
Jan 25 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
10:00 am
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May
19
Mon
May 19 all-day
12:00 am
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Special MONDAY opening on 19th May Come and see Nature in Art’s garden as part of the National Open Garden Scheme which raises millions of pounds each year for charity. The whole museum will be ... Read more
Jun
14
Sat
Jun
28
Sat
Jun 14 – Jun 28 all-day
12:00 am
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Join us on a Saturday morning in June for a free story time in our cosy corner, learning about the environment and how we can help. Sessions are 10:30 and 11:30, and last 15-20 minutes ... Read more
Jun
25
Thu
Jun 25 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
10:00 am
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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 ... Read more
Education Centre
Jul
17
Fri
Jul 17 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
10:00 am
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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 ... Read more
Education Centre
July 2016 – July 2026 Jul 2016 – Jul 2026