Free Saturday art classes at Laing Art Gallery
The Laing Art Gallery is offering the chance for budding young artists to learn from local artists while being inspired by world-class art, in a new series of free art classes.
The Gallery, in Newcastle city centre, will be holding classes from 10.30am to 12pm on Saturdays, for children aged eight and over. (Please note, the classes are held in term time only)
Jennifer Locke, learning officer at the Laing, explains:
"The free classes offer a chance for budding artists to use the collections of the
On the first Saturday of each month, artist Simon Terry helps participants to develop different art techniques, using the Laing's exhibitions as inspiration.
Jennifer Locke adds:
"We hope that the classes will help any young people with an interest in art to learn new skills and develop confidence in their artistic abilities. And what better place to learn about art than surrounded by the amazing displays at the
The classes are free and there is no need to book. For more information, call the Gallery on (0191) 232 7734 or visit the Things to See and Do section of the website.
10.30am - 12pm
Meet in the All About Art room to take part.