May- October 2015 Programme for Schools
Drawing 2015
May – 20 June 2015
This exhibition features the work of 8 artists who have
redefined and pushed the boundaries of drawing in fresh
and dynamic directions. Drawing is no longer limited to
study, sketch or pencil on paper. For many of these artists
drawing is the end result, and not merely a staging post
whether in a notebook, drawing in wire, ceramics or
animation.
The selected artists in this exhibition
are: Anna Barratt, David Begley,
Kelly Best, Helen Booth, Julia
Griffiths Jones, Anne-Mie
Melis, Robert McPartland and
Stephanie Tucknell.
“Drawing is at the core of all art and design processes and
this exhibition will provide inspiration to students at any
level.” Seren Stacey
For primary schools: during a visit your group will be led through a
guided tour of the exhibition and make drawings in response to the exhibition. Workshops can be arranged
in a range of drawing techniques.
For secondary schools and colleges: Visit this exhibition to inspire your students to broaden their use of
drawing in and out of the sketchbook. These artists can be used to support contextual studies and
evidence primary research methods. Artist led workshops can be arranged. Encourage students to visit on
Saturdays and in holidays, free entry 10 am-5pm.
Contact the education officer to discuss which of the available activities will compliment your scheme of
work.
Richard Slee: Work and Play
4 July-12 September 2015
“One of Britain’s most important contemporary ceramic artists. His work challenges conventional
notions of ceramic art.” Tullie House, Museum and Gallery
Inspired by DIY culture and aiming to make ceramics relevant ‘today’, Slee re-imagines the world of
commonplace tools, sports equipment and domestic objects. He is famous for is impeccable super
shiny ceramics and witty use of readymade objects.
For Primary schools: the artwork is entertaining and accessible and can be used by schools to explore
themes of work and play through the everyday household objects depicted. We can arrange 3D making
workshops in clay for your class.
For Secondary schools and colleges: Set a summer project for your students or visit at the start of the new
September term 2015 to launch your project. Explore the work of this well regarded artist held in many
public collections.
Flora
19 Sept- 31 October
The name Flora, the Roman Goddess of Flowers, is commonly
used to described the plant life of specific regions. Throughout
art history the flower has been used to symbolically in many
ways; life and death, religious iconography, wealth and social
status. This show exhibits the work of selected artists who offer
a refreshed, contemporary perspective on the subject through
photography, drawing, film and sculpture.
For primary school: Visit the gallery to see how artists use the
natural world. Explore the flower symbolism in Welsh heritage
through the Blodeuwedd story. We can arrange a practical workshop for your group.
For secondary schools: Explore the use of nature and botanical imagery in historical and contemporary art.
What is on offer for schools and colleges?
Free formal visits led by our Education Officer provide an introduction to
the exhibition and encourage discussion and exploration of the themes.
Arrange a 1.5 hour visit with a talk from our Education Officer and some
self directed time to draw in the gallery.
Free informal/self guided visits to the gallery by arrangement. Please
contact the Education Officer so that we can accommodate your group
and for information to prepare you for your visit.
Practical full or half day workshops led by our Education Officer and/or
other experienced artists directly related to the exhibitions and tailored to
your group. Half day: £2.50 per head, full day £3.50 per head.
Oriel Myrddin Gallery also takes part in a range of externally funded
projects which enable us to offer in depth and high quality gallery
experiences for schools and colleges often with no charge to the school.
Please contact the gallery to discuss how our tailored workshops can enrich your scheme of work. Contact:
Education Officer, Seren Stacey (Tues-Weds-Thurs) [email protected] / 01267 222775