Monoprinting uses a plate and stencil process and multiple layers of oil-based ink to make unique prints. This process is a great first introduction into printmaking – you’ll learn about inks and paper, and use our fantastic range of etching presses and equipment in the workshop.
Starting out with simple shapes and block colours you can build up into complex designs, textures and shades to create a series of prints onto paper.
What experience do I need?
Discover the Art of Lino Printing with Megan Dobbyn.
Unleash your creativity in the captivating world of lino printing! Join us for this two-part workshop series led by the talented artist, Megan Dobbyn. Learn the basics of lino printing, from carving your design into linoleum to creating your first beautiful prints. No experience necessary, just an enthusiasm to learn and create!
'Make a Connection with Home' invites young people and their adults to join artist Kalisha Piper Cheddie to get up close to the photographs of Leeds by Peter Mitchell and then add drawing, colour and collage to show links with home, a place they feel connected to or within the city of Leeds.
This free activity is inspired the gallery's current exhibition of Peter Mitchell's photographs 'Nothing Lasts Forever' on display until 6 October.
Join us for free adult creative drop-in sessions at Thackray!
We’ll be running a different creative activity on select Fridays this summer. Get involved or simply bring your own project to work on.
Here’s what you can try:
Block Printing - 12 July
Embroidery - 26 July
Cyanotypes - 3 August
Still Life Drawing - 10 August
Drop-in any time between 12.30pm and 3pm.
No booking required – just check in at the front desk upon arrival.
Use fabric to create a piece of art. All level of sewing experience welcome and all materials and instructions provided.
Refreshments included.
Takes place in the Gatehouse, Abbey House Museum.
To tie in with Abbey House Museum's 'Revive, Re-use, Repair' exhibition.
Make the most out of Summer in Leeds and join us for a special walk and draw tour around campus.
Stretch your legs with a relaxed stroll around the University of Leeds. Discover the fantastic Public Art on campus - highlights include work by Yorkshire's own Barbara Hepworth, and campus landmark, Keith Wilson’s ‘Sign for Art’ (the squiggles!)
As you walk round you will be guided through a series of quick and fun drawing activities inspired by the art you see.
Never really drawn before? No worries, there will be plenty of handy tips to help you get started!
Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre (HEART) invites you to join in the fun at Wonderday 2024 – the 7th annual celebration of growing up in Headingley!
The day is organised in collaboration with Child Friendly Headingley, and welcomes young people of Leeds and their families to Heart for a fun filled programme of activities!
The centre will be open 10-4pm with soft play in a mini cardboard construction of Headingley in our TinyBoo play space.
HEALTHY HOLIDAYS AT LEFT BANK LEEDS ARE BACK THIS SUMMER!
These Craft Club sessions our specially designed to engage the children with a creative task! In each of these sessions the children will explore a new medium or craft guided by some of our favourite local artists. These sessions are perfect for those kids who love getting creative and making their own art work. The sessions will be adaptable to all levels of abilities and above all else will be FUN!
HEALTHY HOLIDAYS AT LEFT BANK LEEDS ARE BACK THIS SUMMER!
We have plenty to keep your little ones busy this summer, with creative art and nature based workshops!
During these sessions your child will join Dora for a afternoon of nature exploration - Dora is a creative educator and Forest School Leader. She combines her love of all things creative and the outdoors to share her skills and experience in sessions which include nature, art, storytelling, poetry, and music.