What’s On
Adventures in Art is our weekly multi-disciplinary art workshop for adults. The sessions in September and October 2026 will be in Studio 4 on the first floor, accessible via lift, stairs or external ramp. From November 2026, sessions will take place in Gallery 1 on the lower ground floor while Studio 4 is refurbished. We […]
Weekly pay-as-you-go Life Drawing classes with artist and expert tutor Scott Bridgwood. Ideal for complete beginners or more experienced artists seeking a flexible opportunity to do some life drawing with experienced models and a professional tutor. No need to commit to a long course, simply book the dates you can make it and pay for […]
Cities can provide the ideal environment for turning points in history, and art can provide the ideal perspective on events in history - we’ll talk about both in this informal series of talks. This series of four talks will focus on cities at turning points in history – how revolution, defeat in war, political assassinations […]
Attenborough Arts Centre is proud to present a new major solo exhibition by acclaimed portrait artist Jemisha Maadhavji. Bringing together painting and sculpture, the exhibition explores portraiture and identity, reflecting upon the artist’s concept of luxury as a deep connection to nature. Jemisha Maadhavji (b.1996) is an acclaimed artist known for her vibrant, pattern-rich portraiture. Her […]
Saturday Gallery Art Club is your opportunity to get creative, explore art hands-on, and take inspiration from our latest exhibitions to create your own work Open to everyone, each session is supported by our friendly Learning Team as they hold the space for you to work independently or with your friends and family. With all […]
Join in fun and engaging creative activities in our café, that are open and available for all. Give yourself permission to get creative in a welcoming and engaging environment with old and new friends alike. Enjoy crafting, board games, and more with each week offering up new and exciting activities that everyone can get involved […]
Our popular Craft & Art Fair returns to showcase the work of some of the best local and regional craft makers and artists. Meet, browse and buy from over 50 curated exhibitors at each fair, showcasing their jewellery, glass, ceramics, textiles, printmaking, painting, wood, stationery, homewares, accessories, artisan foods and more. Our galleries, shop and […]
Make a festive decoration with a difference to hang in your home this festive season and beyond – stars aren’t just for Christmas! In this relaxed 3-hour workshop you’ll make a twisted textured winter star. Using just one macramé knot it’s super easy to create even for the novice crafter. Once completed add some twinkling […]
Spend 5 relaxed weeks finding drawing and sketching inspiration from the winter/festive season. In this course the focus will be on following a series of festive sketching projects to help fill a folding concertina sketchbook with wonderful ideas and drawings. Each week we’ll have fun as we grow our confidence and increase our skills, completing […]
A seasonal three-week dive into the exciting world of collage and printmaking. In this creative three-week course we will be experimenting with monoprinting, textured prints, layering, cutting and composition to create mixed-media, original artworks. All inspired by the approach of winter and the festivals celebrated during this period. Packed with hands-on making, creative exploration, and […]
A one-day creative writing workshop inspired by winter and the festive period. During this one-day practical writing workshop we will explore themes around winter, the changing weather and environment, the various festivals and celebrations that occur - from Bonfire Night, to Diwali, Christmas and the winter solstice. We will use our own experiences and feelings […]
It’s our usual Saturday Gallery Art Club, but a more relaxed version. Smaller numbers, relaxing activities, and more support from our team. This hour session is designed for families and young people who may find our main art club a bit too busy and prefer a more relaxed session. Get creative, explore art hands-on, and […]
