Tag: Ferens Art Gallery

The annual Open Exhibition at the Ferens Art Gallery has celebrated the creativity of local amateur and professional artists since 1967. Each year the Open Exhibition provides an exciting opportunity for artists to display and sell artwork. Visitors can expect to see a fascinating array of artwork including impressive paintings, photography and textiles, as well […]

This 3D model is a depiction of all the cities of Ukraine that have been destroyed in the conflict. Yeseniia, a Ukrainian artist who fled her hometown of Nikopol in 2022, wanted to show the contrast and the truth of her life, the way cities are being destroyed, and the thousands of people who have […]

Flourish with Ferens is a free monthly artist led session for disabled and neurodivergent children and young people up to the age of 25. The event will take place 11.30am-1pm.

This is a relaxed, prebooked craft activity with limited numbers designed for children who have a disability, are neurodivergent or experience anxiety. In the session children can have a go at making their own autumn themed artworks and unicorn/ magical creature craft. Takes place: 10:30am – 12noon

Make your own beautiful autumn inspired art using a selection of different materials, in this fun family activity. Takes place: 1pm – 3pm

Join us for fun pirate themed crafts and activities designed for children under 7 and their families. Older siblings are welcome to join in the fun too! Takes place: 10am-12pm

Born and raised in Hull, living through the Second World War, Joan, aged 87, is one of the Open 2025’s oldest exhibitors. Her work is an acrylic of a photograph captured in 1910 of men queuing for food as part of The Bowery Mission, a nonprofit that has provided food, shelter and faith-based programs for […]

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

Wayne is a full-time carer for his wife who has Alzheimer’s. The focus for Wayne’s biographical photography is that for a carer of someone with dementia, their life is no longer their own. Takes place: 2pm – 2:10pm

Ian is a well-known local artist who recently took part in Absolutely Cultured’s INTER-CHANGE artist development programme. His practice is grounded in rigorous technique and extensive research. Instagram handle – @ianhindleyart Takes place: 2pm – 2:10pm

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 […]

The Young Artist Open exhibition has been held annually at the Ferens Art Gallery since 2003 and celebrates the creative talent of young people in Hull and the surrounding area. Artworks are submitted by individuals, schools, and local community groups, aged 15 and under. Each year there is a huge variety of work on display, […]