What’s On

Sep 3 @ 10:00 am – Sep 22 @ 5:00 pm
WyeSevern Textile Artists from Mid Wales are inspired by the natural world. Each member has their own dynamic way of interpreting the subject. A diverse range of styles and mixed media techniques are used resulting ... Read more
Sep 10 @ 10:00 am – Oct 6 @ 5:00 pm
Art Inspired by the landscape, flora and fauna in and around a working quarry by Esther Tyson Esther Tyson SWLA is at the forefront of contemporary wildlife art and a council member of the Society of Wildlife Artists ... 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
Sep 21 @ 10:00 am – Sep 22 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
This course is a wonderful introduction to the world of coloured pencil techniques. Learn the art of layering and blending Derwent Coloursoft Pencils whilst using different pencil strokes to create the textures required for the ... Read more
Sep 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Nature in Art
Norman Thelwell: Celebrated cartoonist and artist An illustrated talk by Tim Craven Tim Craven is an artist, former Curator at Southampton City Art Gallery and well known to Nature in Art. This talk traces the life, passions ... Read more
Oct 8 @ 10:00 am – Oct 20 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Since January we have been delighted to have had Bella Lucchesi join us for a day a week as Nature in Art’s Curatorial Trainee. Bella is from the USA and is undertaking an MA in ... Read more
Oct 8 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Nature in Art
Preview Evening and Panel Discussion on the Fibonacci sequence by leading experts in different fields of interest. Join us for the preview evening of Nature’s Code including a fascinating discussion surrounding the Fibonacci sequence. Alongside ... Read more
Oct 9 @ 10:00 am – Oct 10 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
This is a two day course that will show you how to sketch buildings and architectural detail with waterproof black ink pen and watercolour wash. Using photos supplied by the tutor you will be shown ... Read more
Oct 15 @ 10:00 am – Nov 17 @ 5:00 pm
This is a special exhibition of ceramic sculpture by internationally renowned sculptor Linda Heaton-Harris. This is an opportunity to see a wide selection of her work, much of it fresh from the kiln. Plus visitors can ... Read more
Oct 17 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
An illustrated talk by Jackie Garner Jackie Garner takes us back to the times of the ancients, with images from her latest trip to Egypt. Take a glimpse into the tombs and temples and discover the variety ... Read more
Oct 19 @ 10:00 am – Oct 20 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
This is a course for all abilities who have an interest in learning to paint the colour, energy and vitality found in a Garden Border. Working from photos that inspire, from views of your own ... Read more
Oct 22 @ 10:00 am – Dec 22 @ 5:00 pm
Fresh from its launch in London, see the very latest exhibition of images from the British Wildlife Photography Awards celebrating the beauty and diversity of British nature and the talent, artistry and determination of the ... Read more
Oct 26 @ 10:00 am – Oct 27 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Annual Gift and Craft Fair taking place at Nature in Art, Gloucester! When: Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th October, 2019 Admission: £3 entry, Children FREE Nature in Art: The first UK museum and art gallery ... Read more
Nov 9 @ 10:00 am – Nov 10 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
A 2-day course on painting almost certainly one of our most popular, colourful and easily recognisable birds, the Kingfisher. Using acrylics on board we will be looking at sketching the bird in flight and trying ... Read more
Nov 20 @ 10:00 am – Nov 21 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
This is a two day course that will show you how to paint impressionist style autumn and winter landscapes with acrylic paint. Using photos supplied by the tutor you will be shown how to paint ... Read more
Nov 22 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
The glowing colour of traditional slide film is the perfect medium in which to celebrate the beauty and variety of Gloucestershire. Historian and renowned lecturer Tim Porter shows some choice examples, and shares some thoughts on ... Read more
Nov 30 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Nature in Art
A rewarding 1-day where participants will use willow and other materials to make stars, garlands, angels, reindeer and mini Christmas trees ready for the festive celebrations. By the end of the day you should have ... Read more
Dec 1 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Nature in Art
Come and try your hand at some Christmas crafts, open to everyone, young and old! Just pop a donation in the pot and have a go. Funds go towards updating the children’s play area and ... Read more
Dec 7 @ 10:00 am – Dec 8 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Maria Merian (1647-1717) was a true pioneer. As a young girl, she was passionate about two things – insects and art. Maria lived in a time when religious superstition and long-held traditions and rules about ... Read more
Dec 17 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
An evening of festive songs and carols to celebrate the Christmas season with the Heart of Gloucester Community Choir under the leadership of Monika Murrell. Our usual hearty finger buffet will include mince pies and ... Read more
Jan 6 @ 10:00 am – Jan 8 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
This is a course for all abilities who have an interest in learning, to paint wildflowers, plants and weeds in their natural habitat. It could be a corner of a garden which inspires you, a ... Read more
Jan 7 – Feb 2 all-day
Pytel is an internationally renowned metal sculptor of birds and animalier. His works include the Jubilee Fountain beneath Big Ben and ‘Take Off’, a monumental piece at Birmingham Airport depicting egrets. Born in Poland, he ... Read more
Feb 4 – Mar 29 all-day
Now in its fifty-fifth instalment, see the winning images from the very latest annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition which provides a showcase for the world’s very best nature photography selected from 48000 entries ... Read more
Feb 11 – Feb 23 all-day
Founded in 1993, Gloucestershire Society for Botanical Illustration specialises in botanical illustration as distinct from flower painting. It includes a number of RHS medal winners in its ranks. This show includes works in pencil, ink ... Read more
Feb 17 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Inspired by the decorative works of the golden age of illustration and the Arts and Crafts movement, this course will show you how to incorporate gold-leaf into your paintings. It can be used either to ... Read more
Feb 25 – Mar 1 all-day NOT ON SHOW FEBRUARY 26th
See a selection of work by the museum art group. On show in the Atrium of our Education Centre.
Feb 27 @ 7:00 pm
Please note that this evening has had to be re scheduled for Thursday April 16th due to flooding in the local area. If you had tickets for this event, we will assume you are able ... Read more
Mar 14 @ 10:00 am – Mar 15 @ 5:00 pm Nature in Art
Enjoy a relaxing weekend creating a beautiful Goldwork Snowdrop Design. Learn about and how to use the lovely materials used in Goldwork Embroidery. The techniques used in this design are couching gold and silver threads, ... Read more
Mar 21 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Nature in Art
WE ARE VERY SORRY THAT DUE TO CORONAVIRUS THIS COURSE HAS HAD TO BE POSTPONED. WE WILL PUBLISH THE NEW DATES AS SOON AS THEY ARE AVAILABLE Glass fusing is joining two or more layers ... Read more