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Art for Wellbeing – Sun 13 Sep 2026
Art for Wellbeing

Date: Sunday 13 September 2026, 10:30 am-12:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Art for Wellbeing
Sunday 13 September 2026, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Suitable for ages 16+ |  Included in general admission | Booking not required

Art activities to release your creative energy!
Set in the beautiful surroundings of York Art Gallery’s Studio space, this 2-hour workshop gives opportunity for discovery and time to explore a variety of art materials and inspiring themes designed to promote wellbeing.
Enjoy the company of others, creating art with gentle guidance from artist Griselda Goldsbrough.
Please note: This practical art workshop is for ages 16+ and runs one Sunday each month. There is no need to pre-book for this session and it is suitable for all abilities.

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Inspired by Flaxman Talk: Flaxman and the Royal Academy by Dr Richard Johns – Wed 23 Sep 2026
Inspired by Flaxman Talk: Flaxman and the Royal Academy by Dr Richard Johns

Date: Wednesday 23 September 2026, 12:00 pm-12:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Inspired by Flaxman Talk: Flaxman and the Royal Academy by Dr Richard Johns
Wednesday 23 September 2026
12 noon – 12.30pm
Included in general admission

This talk explores John Flaxman’s lifelong creative association with the Royal Academy of Arts in London. From his early years as one of the first cohort of students of the nascent Academy in 1769, to his appointment as its inaugural Professor of Sculpture, you’ll discover more about the role of anatomical study in the training of aspiring artists.

Richard Johns is a Professor in History of Art at University of York and specialises in aspects of British art from the 17th – 21st centuries, with a focus on the long 18th century. University of York partnered with York Art Gallery to co-curate Turner, Wedgwood and Beyond: Inspired by Flaxman.

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Gallery Babies – Thu 24 Sep 2026
Gallery Babies

Date: Thursday 24 September 2026, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Gallery Babies
Thursday 24 September 2026 |10am - 12pm
£2 per person | Book Now

Drop-in sensory play sessions every Thursday during term-time, for pre-walking babies and their grown-ups, set in the atmospheric surroundings of York Art Gallery.

Using our beautiful sensory toolkit, a collection of colourful squishy sculptural objects, sessions will be gently facilitated, exploring shape, colour and texture.

Gallery Babies is a welcoming and supportive space to relax, bond with your baby and meet other parents and carers, providing a bit of calm and care to your daily routine.

The session starts at 10am and finishes at 12pm, but you can drop in and out at any time. Even after the session has finished, our sensory toolkit will be out in the Burton Gallery for you to continue to explore with your baby.

These sessions are designed for pre-walking babies; however, we understand that you may have your hands full with more than one child. The session takes place in the Burton Gallery, a space with plenty of room to play, read and The Studio is also available to eat much needed snacks outside of the galleries if needed. Buggy parking and baby changing facilities available.

We are also offering a special offer in Sketch café for anybody attending a session: Hot drink and cake £7.00 and lunch and drink £15.00.

Please note: Participants must have a pre-booked ticket to attend the session. Gallery Babies admission includes free access to the permanent gallery spaces, tickets for temporary exhibitions require a separate admissions ticket. This event takes place in the Burton Gallery.

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Life Studies: Line, Form & Figure – Sat 3 Oct 2026
Life Studies: Line, Form & Figure

Date: Saturday 3 October 2026, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Life Studies: Line, Form & Figure
Saturday 3 October 2026
2pm – 4pm
£15 per person* | Book Now
Adult only (18+)

*Ticket price includes general admission to York Art Gallery, including our exhibition Turner, Wedgwood & Beyond: Inspired by Flaxman.

Join us at York Art Gallery for a special life drawing class, set in our latest exhibition Turner, Wedgwood and Beyond: Inspired by Flaxman.

Led by York based artist and tutor, Rob Oldfield, you’ll draw from a live model, exploring contour, proportion, rhythm and gesture, inspired by Flaxman’s distinctive linear drawings and his fascination with classical form.

Whether you’re an experienced artist or simply curious to try life drawing, this session is suitable for all abilities, offering a supportive and friendly environment within the beautiful surroundings of the gallery.

Important information:

Sessions are suitable for ages 18+. By booking, you are confirming that you are over 18. Proof of age may be required.

Basic drawing materials will be supplied, but please feel free to bring your own too.

Sessions will take place on gallery which will continue to be open to the public throughout.  If you’re more than 15 minutes late for your workshop, unfortunately we may not be able to guarantee entry. This is to ensure that participants have the best experience.

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Inspired by Flaxman Talk: Flaxman and the Royal Academy by Dr Richard Johns – Wed 7 Oct 2026
Inspired by Flaxman Talk: Flaxman and the Royal Academy by Dr Richard Johns

Date: Wednesday 7 October 2026, 12:00 pm-12:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Inspired by Flaxman Talk: John Flaxman’s Funerary Monuments by Michael Adam Smith 
Wednesday 7 October 2026
12 noon – 12.30pm
Included in general admission

The bulk of Flaxman’s sculptural output comprises over 200 extant funerary monuments. Installed in churches across Britain and overseas, they range from small memorial tablets commissioned by bereaved families to publicly funded monuments commemorating British military heroes. This talk will provide an overview of Flaxman’s work in this field, discussing his modelling process, his relationship with clients and his continual reinterpretation of favourite motifs. 

Michael Adam Smith is an academic from York University currently studying for a PhD entitled, John Flaxman: art, design and the intermedial body. His academic research has contributed to the curation of Turner, Wedgwood & Beyond: Inspired by Flaxman and has played a pivotal role in the themes explored throughout.

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Gallery Babies – Thu 8 Oct 2026
Gallery Babies

Date: Thursday 8 October 2026, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Gallery Babies
Thursday 8 October 2026 |10am - 12pm
£2 per person | Book Now

Drop-in sensory play sessions every Thursday during term-time, for pre-walking babies and their grown-ups, set in the atmospheric surroundings of York Art Gallery.

Using our beautiful sensory toolkit, a collection of colourful squishy sculptural objects, sessions will be gently facilitated, exploring shape, colour and texture.

Gallery Babies is a welcoming and supportive space to relax, bond with your baby and meet other parents and carers, providing a bit of calm and care to your daily routine.

The session starts at 10am and finishes at 12pm, but you can drop in and out at any time. Even after the session has finished, our sensory toolkit will be out in the Burton Gallery for you to continue to explore with your baby.

These sessions are designed for pre-walking babies; however, we understand that you may have your hands full with more than one child. The session takes place in the Burton Gallery, a space with plenty of room to play, read and The Studio is also available to eat much needed snacks outside of the galleries if needed. Buggy parking and baby changing facilities available.

We are also offering a special offer in Sketch café for anybody attending a session: Hot drink and cake £7.00 and lunch and drink £15.00.

Please note: Participants must have a pre-booked ticket to attend the session. Gallery Babies admission includes free access to the permanent gallery spaces, tickets for temporary exhibitions require a separate admissions ticket. This event takes place in the Burton Gallery.

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Life Drawing: Model as Muse – Sat 10 Oct 2026
Life Drawing: Model as Muse

Date: Saturday 10 October 2026, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Life Drawing: Model as Muse
Saturday 10 October 2026
2pm – 4pm
£15 per person* | Book Now
Adult only (18+)

*Ticket price includes general admission to York Art Gallery, including our exhibition Turner, Wedgwood & Beyond: Inspired by Flaxman.

Join us at York Art Gallery for Life Drawing Workshops; whether you are a regular participant, would like to hone your skills, or try life drawing for the first time. These 2-hour immersive Saturday sessions, led by York based artist and tutor Rob Oldfield, are a wonderful way to experience life drawing in a supportive and friendly environment.

Throughout autumn and winter, our sessions will be inspired by our latest exhibition, Turner, Wedgwood & Beyond: Inspired by Flaxman.

Important information:

Sessions are suitable for ages 18+. By booking, you are confirming that you are over 18. Proof of age may be required.

Basic drawing materials will be supplied, but please feel free to bring your own too.

If you’re more than 15 minutes late for your workshop, unfortunately we may not be able to guarantee entry. This is to ensure that participants have the best experience.

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Art for Wellbeing – Sun 11 Oct 2026
Art for Wellbeing

Date: Sunday 11 October 2026, 10:30 am-12:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Art for Wellbeing
Sunday 11 October 2026, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Suitable for ages 16+ |  Included in general admission | Booking not required

Art activities to release your creative energy!
Set in the beautiful surroundings of York Art Gallery’s Studio space, this 2-hour workshop gives opportunity for discovery and time to explore a variety of art materials and inspiring themes designed to promote wellbeing.
Enjoy the company of others, creating art with gentle guidance from artist Griselda Goldsbrough.
Please note: This practical art workshop is for ages 16+ and runs one Sunday each month. There is no need to pre-book for this session and it is suitable for all abilities.

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Sketchbook Circle at York Art Gallery – Wed 21 Oct 2026

Date: Wednesday 21 October 2026, 1:30 pm-3:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Sketchbook Circle
Wednesday 21 October 2026 | 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Suitable for ages 16+ | £5 per person* | Book Now 

*General admission to York Art Gallery is included.

Pick up a pencil – draw and discover!

Give yourself time to sharpen and share your drawing skills in this 2-hour sketching workshop with artist Griselda Goldsbrough.

Enjoy working in sketchbooks in a relaxed and friendly group, taking inspiration from the collections at York Art Gallery.

These informal practical art sessions run one Wednesday each month for beginners or those who create regularly. Suitable for ages 16+. Materials are provided. Please book separately for each session.

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Gallery Babies – Thu 22 Oct 2026
Gallery Babies

Date: Thursday 22 October 2026, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Gallery Babies
Thursday 22 October 2026 |10am - 12pm
£2 per person | Book Now

Drop-in sensory play sessions every Thursday during term-time, for pre-walking babies and their grown-ups, set in the atmospheric surroundings of York Art Gallery.

Using our beautiful sensory toolkit, a collection of colourful squishy sculptural objects, sessions will be gently facilitated, exploring shape, colour and texture.

Gallery Babies is a welcoming and supportive space to relax, bond with your baby and meet other parents and carers, providing a bit of calm and care to your daily routine.

The session starts at 10am and finishes at 12pm, but you can drop in and out at any time. Even after the session has finished, our sensory toolkit will be out in the Burton Gallery for you to continue to explore with your baby.

These sessions are designed for pre-walking babies; however, we understand that you may have your hands full with more than one child. The session takes place in the Burton Gallery, a space with plenty of room to play, read and The Studio is also available to eat much needed snacks outside of the galleries if needed. Buggy parking and baby changing facilities available.

We are also offering a special offer in Sketch café for anybody attending a session: Hot drink and cake £7.00 and lunch and drink £15.00.

Please note: Participants must have a pre-booked ticket to attend the session. Gallery Babies admission includes free access to the permanent gallery spaces, tickets for temporary exhibitions require a separate admissions ticket. This event takes place in the Burton Gallery.

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