What’s On

Jun 20 – Jul 16 all-day
Liz Brooke Ward is a contemporary stitched textile artist whose work is informed by the natural world. Her techniques have their roots in the traditions of embroidery and patchwork but she also uses digital and ... Read more
Jul 25 – Sep 3 all-day
A rare opportunity to see a selection of original paintings and sculptures by members of The Society of Animal Artists (SAA) produced exclusively for this exhibition. Based in the USA, the SAA has members around ... Read more
Aug 15 @ 10:00 am – Aug 28 @ 5:00 pm
A display of work by clients of the Independence Trust. The Trust strengthens people’s emotional and physical wellbeing to support them to fulfill their potential. This display, which includes interactive elements, features new artwork by ... Read more
Aug 22 – Sep 10 all-day
Gold has always been the symbol of wealth, affluence and status. As the noblest of metals, it has been utilised in many applications. This display presents a selection of nature inspired works using one of ... Read more
Sep 5 – Oct 1 all-day
Meg Stevens died in 2012 and had had a long association with Nature in Art. She spent much of her life painting out of doors producing paintings that seem to be filled with the breath of fresh ... Read more
Oct 10 – Nov 5 all-day
In 2016 Nature in Art was given custody of an archive of work by one of the 20th century’s most influential nature artists, the renowned Eric Ennion (1900-1981). See never previously displayed works from this archive, ... Read more
Oct 28 @ 10:00 am – Oct 29 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
(Images left to right: Natty Decco, Nicole Iredale Designs, Karen Edwards, Pear Tree Arts, Nutmeg & Sage) £2 entry Free for under 16’s (including access to upstairs museum galleries) Car parking is free One of ... Read more
Nov 7 2017 – Jan 7 2018 all-day
Just a week after its launch, see all the winning images from this famous competition focusing on British fauna and flora. Stunning photographs and awe-inspiring nature. Image: Detail from ‘Hitchhikers’ (lions mane jellyfish) by George Stoyle (overall winner ... Read more
Nov 7 – Nov 19 all-day
Gordano Textile Artists return once more with a fresh and vibrant exhibition of textile art based on the natural world with many pieces taking a theme from the objects selected for the popular CROWD exhibition ... Read more
Jan 16 @ 10:00 am – Mar 18 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
All the latest winners in the world’s most prestigious wildlife photography competition organised by The Natural History Museum. Chosen from almost 50,000 entries from 92 countries, these amazing images reflect nature’s beauty, diversity and fragility. ... Read more
Feb 27 @ 10:00 am – Mar 11 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art Education Centre
GSBI specialises in botanical illustration as distinct from flower painting and includes a number of RHS medal winners. This exhibition will display fine examples of works in pencil, ink and watercolour. By Cher Nicholson
Mar 20 @ 10:00 am – Apr 15 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
The first ever ‘Harris Dynasty’ exhibition, showcasing 50 years of unique studio glass designs by the late Michael Harris and his two sons, Timothy and Jonathan, both independent glassmakers, world-renowned for their own unique and ... Read more
Mar 27 @ 10:00 am – Apr 22 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Darren Rees received the Artist in Residency honour from the Friends of The Scott Polar Research Institute, travelling to the Antarctic Peninsula. This display presents some of his sketches and paintings executed in situ, plus ... Read more
Mar 30 – Apr 13 all-day
Gloucestershire Society of Artists exhibition. A diverse display by members of this active regional art society. Some items for sale.
Apr 24 @ 10:00 am – Jun 3 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
ALL POSTCARDS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR COLLECTION FROM THE MUSEUM RECEPTION To mark our 30th anniversary, hundreds of artists who have worked with us have each created a special work of art. Purchase a ticket ... Read more
May 22 @ 10:00 am – Jun 3 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
A unique selection of original paintings by David Shepherd CBE, who died in 2017. He was one of the UK’s best known and best loved wildlife artists and a conservation icon. His powerful legacy lives ... Read more
May 26 @ 10:00 am – Jun 3 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
The Wildlife Art Society International’s annual exhibition of wildlife art. Around 300 paintings, drawings, original prints, photographs and sculptures by professional and part-time members of this active organisation will be on display, the majority for ... Read more
Jun 12 @ 10:00 am – Jul 8 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Since Nature in Art opened its doors to the public in 1988, our unique collection has grown and diversified. This display highlights some of the many wonderful paintings, prints, drawings, sculptures and other items that ... Read more
Jul 10 @ 10:00 am – Jul 22 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
A very special exhibition of 42 uniquely embellished prints by the UK’s best known pencil artist, Gary Hodges. All will be auctioned at a special event on 21st July by BBC TV’s James Lewis. All ... Read more
Jul 24 @ 10:00 am – Sep 9 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Curated by Gallery Pangolin, this show is part of our anniversary celebrations – sculptures, prints and drawings by a host of well known artists including Jon Buck, Lynn Chadwick, Terence Coventry, Antony Gormley, Peter Randall-Page ... Read more
Aug 14 @ 10:00 am – Aug 27 @ 5:00 pm NATURE IN ART
** We regret that due to unforeseen circumstances the exhibition will not be available until 15th August. However, Julie Askew will be pleased to talk to visitors on 14th August. ** Discover the Empty Quarters ... Read more
Aug 30 @ 10:00 am – Sep 9 @ 5:00 pm NATURE IN ART
On show in our Wallsworth Centre: Alzheimer’s Society Gloucestershire Art Group celebrate their 10th Anniversary this year. This display is by members of the group who are both people living with dementia and their carers. ... Read more
Sep 4 @ 10:00 am – Sep 23 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
A fascinating display of both old and contemporary lace from The Lace Guild Museum. Nature in all it’s forms was widely used in lace designs from the early 1600’s. Some lace types enable very naturalistic ... Read more
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Nature in Art
Join us for this unique opportunity to view our current exhibition curated by Gallery Pangolin; Animal, Vegetable, Mineral and meet some of the exhibiting artists too. EVENT IS FREE (PLEASE RSVP 01452 731422) Curated by ... Read more
Sep 14 @ 10:00 am – Sep 23 @ 5:00 pm NATURE IN ART
The Fosseway Artists promote practising artists working in the Cotswolds. This display (their 99th exhibition) includes pastels, oils, watercolours, acrylics, pen and wash, pencil, printmaking and more. Meet members each day. On display in our Wallsworth ... Read more
Sep 25 @ 10:00 am – Oct 21 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Zoologist, illustrator and camouflage expert Hugh B Cott (1900-1987), looked at nature with a naturalist’s curiosity, an artist’s eye and a military mindset. This is a unique exhibition of Cott’s work, highlighting a life of ... Read more
Oct 27 – Oct 28 all-day Nature in Art
The 2018 Gift & Craft Fair at Nature in Art £2 entry Free for under 16’s (including access to upstairs museum galleries) Car parking is free One of our most popular events, the annual craft ... Read more
Nov 6 2018 @ 10:00 am – Jan 6 2019 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
The first out-of-London showing of the very latest exhibition of images from the British Wildlife Photography Awards, celebrating the beauty and diversity of British wildlife and the talent, artistry and determination of the photographers who ... Read more
Jan 15 @ 10:00 am – Mar 17 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
All the latest winners in the world’s most prestigious wildlife photography competition organised by The Natural History Museum, London. Chosen from 45,000entries from 95 countries, these amazing images reflect nature’s beauty, diversity and fragility.  
Feb 12 @ 10:00 am – Feb 24 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
GSBI was founded 25 years ago by teacher, botanist, writer and illustrator, Michael Hickey.GSBI specialises in botanical illustration as distinct from flower painting. It includes a number of RHS medal winners. This show includes works ... Read more