APHRODITE NATURAL MATERIALS ART WORKSHOP

One-day practical workshop in the Ashmolean Learning Studio.

Suitable for beginners as well as experienced artists.

Tickets are £135 for the session. Booking is essential. Book below

With artist & tutor Helen Garrett

During this one-day workshop, you’ll make drawings and hands-on observations in response to the objects and artworks in the Ashmolean’s Aphrodite exhibition.

In the studio, work on your ideas and initial sketches using natural materials and handmade paper with guidance and demonstrations from Helen Garrett the tutor. You’ll also be able to create artworks with natural pigments while exploring the qualities and symbolism of this iconic goddess.

There will be real objects from the handling collection to use, as well as lots of other visual stimuli to help explore your creativity.

Natural pigments & materials to use in the workshop. Far right ‘The Edge of the Land’ Helen Garrett’s own creation using natural inks on handmade paper

All materials will be provided.

This event is part of our Love & Legacy season of events.

BOOKING

One full-day practical session in the Ashmolean Learning Studio

Tickets are £135 for the workshop. Booking is essential

If you have any questions, please email us at publicprogrammes@ashmus.ox.ac.uk