Adult Art Workshops
Be inspired by the Art Collection of National Coal Mining Museum for England, with our exciting Adult Art Workshops which run the second Sunday of the month.
Each month, enjoy different sessions with visiting artists using a variety of mediums, inspired by the art within our Collections.
Sun 8 September 2024
Wire Sculpture (Harry Malkin) – Experiment with the techniques of sculpting with wire in this hands-on, practical workshop. Follow Harry as he demonstrates the step-by-step techniques to make a striking mining figure.
Sunday 13 October 2024
Caricature Art (Michael Hollinworth) – Try your hand at the whimsical world of art, drawing inspiration from the media caricature portrayals of miners and politicians during the 1984-1985 Miners’ Strike.
Sunday 10 November 2024
Wood Carving (Sean Barry) – In this practical workshop, use traditional woodworking tools and techniques to create your own carved masterpiece.
Sunday 8 December 2024
Guided Watercolour Canary (Moira Spencer) – Delve into the art of watercolour in this guided experimental workshop, discovering new tips and tricks to paint a vibrant canary-inspired artwork.
Sunday 12 January 2024
Appliqué (Ali Taylor) – Explore textile appliqué to learn fabric layering, intricate stitching, and embroidery techniques to create textured pieces that showcase your creativity.
Sunday 9 February 2025
Mixed Media Sculpture (Lee Graham) – Craft a mixed media sculpture of a pit village, using recycled components, blending various materials and textures whilst experimenting with new techniques.
Sunday 9 March 2025
Wire Sculpture (Harry Malkin) – Experiment with the techniques of sculpting with wire in the hands-on, practical workshop. Follow Harry as he demonstrates the step-by-step techniques to make a striking mining figure.
Sunday 11 May 2025
Pit Pony Watercolour (Moira Spencer) – Get creative with a palette of colours and lots of interesting techniques to create a pit pony-inspired artwork.
Sunday 8 June 2025
Paper Sculpture (Sean Barry) – Explore the art of three-dimensional paper crafting and master techniques to sculpt intricate designs, fold delicate forms, and assemble layers to create imaginative artworks.
Sunday 13 July 2025
Gelli Printing (Jennifer Ashby) – Learn to create nature-inspired artworks using gelatine plates and natural elements, and explore techniques to capture intricate textures and vivid colours on paper.
(All art materials are included in the workshop price)
