What’s On

Jun 9 @ 10:30 am Nature in Art
Dare to Dabble Choose from 2 sessions: 10.30am – 1pm or 2pm – 4.30pm Collage is a wonderful technique where artwork is made from an assemblage of different forms such as tissue papers, stamps, fabric, ... Read more
Jul 22 @ 10:30 am Nature in Art
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
Aug 17 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
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 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
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 @ 10:30 am Nature in Art
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
Oct 4 @ 10:30 am Nature in Art
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
Nov 9 @ 10:30 am Nature in Art
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
Dec 16 @ 10:30 am Nature in Art
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
Jan 12 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
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 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
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 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm Nature in Art
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
Mar 14 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Nature in Art
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
Mar 14 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm Nature in Art
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
Apr 27 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
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 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
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 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
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 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
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 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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 30 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Come and meet some wonderful birds of prey in the grounds of Nature in Art. Find out about their amazing lives, watch artists draw and paint them and have a go yourself A great opportunity for the ... Read more
Jan 30 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Nature in Art
Learn how to sculpt and manipulate paper to create a beautiful bouquet of hyacinths.
Feb 21 all-day Nature in Art
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
Mar 23 all-day Nature in Art
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
Apr 19 all-day Nature in Art
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  
Jun 2 all-day Nature in Art
Come and join in with a host of hands-on activities both inside and outside to celebrate our 30th anniversary. Just £2 each to include all activities (excluding access to the museum) and free to paying ... 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
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