Tag: Ferens Art Gallery

This is the third in a series of relaxed arts and science activities designed for children who have a disability, are neurodivergent or experience anxiety. In the session, children can have a go at crafting their own quirky creatures from clay, create coding masterpieces using our robots and explore natures elements using our microscopes. Booking […]

Come and create an animated creature as part of the Microworlds exhibition. You can spot a creature in the exhibition or dream one up yourself. Then use paper, scissors, glue and imagination to bring it to life. Before animating it in stop motion as part of a creature parade. Award winning animators My Pockets will […]

This is a relaxed (SEND) family activity session with limited numbers designed for children who have a disability, are neurodivergent, or experience anxiety. Come and create an animated creature as part of the Microworlds exhibition. You can spot a creature in the exhibition or dream one up yourself. Then use paper, scissors, glue and imagination […]

Join us to make your own mini creatures from clay in this fun art activity inspired by the Microworld exhibition at Ferens Art Gallery. Takes place: 1-3pm

Starting with a gallery tour, looking at key artworks we’ll explore texture, line and form to inspire our own prints. We’ll then experiment with Carborundum, a versatile technique that creates rich tones and textures with painterly and graphic effects, including an embossing-like impression. We will also explore dry point, a simple, direct intaglio process where […]

Join a member of the Ferens curatorial team to learn more about new research into the Ferens Art Gallery’s founder Thomas Ferens and his early collecting for the people of Hull. This research is informing our plans ahead of 2027, the centenary of the opening of the Ferens. The talk will start at 2pm

This talk is a rare opportunity to hear ‘straight from the horse’s mouth’ the challenges and triumphs of building the magnificent Humber Bridge, which commenced in 1973. Douglas Strachan, the Project Director of the original construction contract, recounts the story. Takes place from 1.30pm – 2.30pm

Learn the art of appliqué by layering fabric shapes and enhancing them with decorative embroidery stitches, creating a beautiful, textured textile piece. If you would like to upcycle you can bring in your own garments to applique onto. Otherwise, all resources are provided

Explore the city’s art collection on a guided tour of Ferens Art Gallery. Our informative and friendly guides, will give you an overview of some of the highlights of the Gallery. In the hour-long tour, among others, we will reveal the stories of work by the 14th century Italian artist, Lorenzetti, art from the Dutch […]

Our Quiet Openings will take place every 1st Sunday of the month. On these days we will: Be turning off or turning down sounds Where possible, putting away any strong smells that are part of an exhibition Providing a quiet space at Ferens Art Gallery and the Museums Quarter. We are also currently changing some […]

Saturday 22 November, 10am-3.45pm Starting with a brief tour of the art gallery, we’ll explore key artworks and focus on the use of line, pattern and tone. Drawing from these influences we’ll create collagraph prints using the Tetra Pak printing technique. This technique offers a versatile introduction to both intaglio and collagraph processes, making it […]

Microworld is a free family exhibition that will open on Saturday 24 May. Visitors will be invited to enter a world filled with digital life-forms, bright colours and ambient sounds. They will explore a range of creatures and see how they respond to their movements and each other. These ambitious colourful artworks are created by […]

Are you a budding artist ? Do you love to dance ? Do you want to explore more creative arts activities? Are you looking to build confidence, meet new people and have lots of fun ? Impact Theatre brings you a inclusive, multi-sensory art and dance workshop led by artist and creative education speicalist Chris […]

Black hair is a key aspect of identity, with intricate styles, links to heritage, and popular culture. Throughout history to the present day, Black hair has been important in sharing artistry and culture. At the same time Black hair can often be misunderstood, from its texture, to styling and discrimination, often mirroring the changing social […]

Join artist Rosie Ireson for our monthly inclusive and relaxed art workshop designed for children and young people who have a disability, are neurodivergent, or experience anxiety. This month’s workshop is one of two sepcial sessions inspired by the amazing Microworld exhibition at Ferens Art Gallery. Booking is essential. Please only book a ticket for […]

Blend the world of technology and art with our futuristic creation workshop! Create coding masterpieces using our robots and explore natures elements using our microscopes, all inspired by the exciting Microworld exhibition. Each of our drop-in sessions will incorporate a different theme from the exhibition and allow digital creativity to shine, providing a new opportunity […]