What’s On

May 21 @ 10:00 am – Jun 23 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Paintings by Derek Robertson based on his researches into bird migration and visits to refugee camps in Calais, Sicily, Cyprus and Jordan. The work overlays depictions of refugees and migrants with studies of migrating birds, ... Read more
May 23 @ 7:00 pm Nature in Art
Migrations – A Field Study in Adversity: an illustrated talk by Derek Robertson £8 including finger buffet and access to galleries Derek Robertson has been a professional artist for over 30 years and his paintings have won ... Read more
May 25 @ 10:00 am – Jun 2 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
The Wildlife Art Society International’s annual exhibition of wildlife art. Around 300 paintings, drawings, original prints, photogrpahs and sculptures by professional and part-time members of this active organisation will be on display, the majority for ... Read more
May 27 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Nature in Art
Come and meet Daphne Neville and her otter Rudi! For over 50 years Daphne has been a film and TV actress. Since the 1980s she has combined this with her conservation work with otters. This ... Read more
Jun 1 @ 10:00 am – Jun 2 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
During the course we will explore how to achieve realistic detail and texture, using a controlled, multi-layered approach to working in pastel.
Jun 1 @ 7:00 pm Nature in Art
Heart&Soul Community Choir £6 including light snacks and access to museum and Wildlife Art Society exhibition Under the inspirational leadership of Hilary Davies, Heart&Soul Community Choir will be lifting our spirits with a varied repertoire covering traditional ... Read more
Jun 15 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Using natural leaves, you will learn how to use the heat press, stencils and foil to create stunning, unique textile designs. You will experiment with using pre prepared dye paper, and be shown how to ... Read more
Jun 22 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Nature in Art
An in-depth introduction to creating art, graphics and illustrations on your iPad with Procreate. All the subjects will be of Natural History. We will create various examples in styles that utilize the amazing variety of ... Read more
Jun 26 @ 7:00 pm Nature in Art
An illustrated talk by Charles Dewhurst £8 including finger buffet and access to all the galleries Some of the world’s most beautiful butterflies are the swallowtails and birdwings, includes our own very localised British Swallowtail. Possibly the ... Read more
Jun 29 @ 10:00 am – Jun 30 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
On this 2 day course participants will master the fast drying time of acrylic paint, tackle details and a variety of textures found in nature and leave with a better grasp of this very versatile ... Read more
Jul 1 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Nature in Art
A day of hands-on linoprinting which will include the use of the different cutting tools, creating and transferring a design onto the lino block and cutting to leave a relief surface. The cut block can ... Read more
Jul 1 @ 6:45 pm – 8:15 pm Nature in Art
A guided tour/talk to see the stunning exhibition of woodturned items making up the special exhibition ‘Art from the Tree‘. Doors open 6.45pm for 7pm start. No charge, but donation appreciated. Coffee/tea available beforehamd.
Jul 2 @ 10:00 am – Jul 21 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Over 300 items by members of the Association of Woodturners of Great Britain. Artistry and craftsmanship come together in wonderful items exploiting the varied qualities of wood. From the traditional to contemporary, a diverse show ... Read more
Jul 6 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Nature in Art
These little garden bird mosaics are designed to interact with their environment, reflecting and refracting light so that they change throughout the day. On this one day workshop you will produce a stained glass mosaic ... Read more
Jul 13 @ 10:00 am – Jul 14 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Discover nature’s pattern book in this course inspired by the shapes, colours and textures of natural objects. Take inspiration from Nature in Art’s extensive collection of shells, feathers, seeds, bark, leaves, and pebbles. We will ... Read more
Jul 20 @ 10:00 am – Jul 21 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
This 2-day course will cover basic bird anatomy, sketching methods and techniques, the use and handling of watercolour and composing a picture. For the more ambitious, there will be the opportunity to have a go ... Read more
Jul 20 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Nature in Art
A fantastic opportunity to meet a variety of magnificent birds of prey, from owls and hawks to falcons and eagles. The friendly team at Walks with Hawks have an inexhaustible enthusiasm and knowledge of birds ... Read more
Jul 27 @ 10:00 am – Jul 28 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Day One You will learn about the various mosaic materials and techniques of cutting and setting. You will make a 25cmsq panel on board on the first (or only) day. Day Two You will make ... Read more
Jul 30 @ 10:00 am – Sep 1 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
An exhibition of original cartoons and paintings by the renowned Norman Thelwell (1923 – 2004). Norman Thelwell is one of the most popular cartoonists to have worked in Britain since the Second World War. Although ... Read more
Aug 3 @ 10:00 am – Aug 4 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
We see objects because of light and in order to create realistic images of plants we need to fully understand light and observe how it reacts with our subjects to describe their shapes. In this ... Read more
Aug 6 @ 10:00 am – Aug 26 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
In today’s world of digital photographic manipulation, the idea of altering images is the norm. This exhibition features work by members of the Bromoil Circle using a process that involves changing images yet using a ... Read more
Aug 9 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Nature in Art
“Whosoever pulls this sword from the stone is the rightful King of England” Wizards, Magic Swords, Knights in Shining Armour, and the Throne of England. There are fights to be fought, Knights to be knighted, ... Read more
Aug 10 @ 10:00 am – Aug 11 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
The Course will focus on botanical painting, giving the learner the opportunity to work in either watercolour or gouache. The course will be taught by Simon Williams SBA. Gouache and watercolour are both water soluble ... Read more
Aug 17 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Focusing on joyful expression through art, this art workshop is all about discovering and reconnecting with your creative side. Offering you the chance to loosen up creatively, without expectations, in a nurturing, fun and relaxing ... Read more
Aug 20 @ 10:00 am – Sep 8 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Rarely seen, yet glittering to behold, this is a display of gold, silver and metal thread embroidery to dazzle and delight, embracing nature in all its forms. All the pieces are made by members of ... Read more
Aug 30 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Nature in Art
A great chance to have a go at some exciting experiments and discover some amazing scientific facts. Meet members of the Cheltenham Science Group who have some great ways of bringing science to life. You’ll ... Read more
Sep 7 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Drawing is a fantastic way of exploring the world around us. This one day workshop is designed to be fun it will invigorate, excite and challenge. The morning session will be a series of short ... Read more
Sep 14 @ 10:00 am – Sep 15 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
On this 2-day course you will learn all about working with graphite pencil from experienced artist Jamie Boots. Graphite pencil can be used to produce so much more than just a sketch. Jamie will show ... Read more
Sep 18 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Nature in Art
With a natural history theme this is an introduction to various ink drawing tools and surfaces, with a focus on penning and brushing techniques. A look at creating high contrasts, shading, tones and line styles ... Read more
Sep 20 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Glass fusing is joining two or more layers of glass through heating in a kiln. There are several techniques that can be adapted to this basic principle some of which give surprising results. This 1-day ... Read more