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“Art at The Hall” – Blanchland
“Art at The Hall” - Blanchland is located on the border of Northumberland and County Durham and is a beautiful rural village with a fabulous history, wonderful walks, chocolate box cottages and also a reputation for carefully curated artisan markets. Carolyn and David Asquith moved to the village in 2017 and have established themselves as … Continue reading “Art at The Hall” – Blanchland
Richard Hatton’s “Store of Treasures”
In the centenary year of Richard George Hatton’s death in February 1926 and the naming of the Hatton Gallery in his honour, this article follows on from the one in the Spring Bulletin that focused on Hatton’s life and achievements, to look at aspects of the art collection that also bears his name. In 1912, … Continue reading Richard Hatton’s “Store of Treasures”
An 18th Century Artist’s View of Hexham Old Gaol
The medieval Gaol of Hexham has been stood near the centre of the town for almost 700 years. While written records of the building go back to its foundation in 1330, unfortunately no images were made of it for most of the intervening centuries. It is not until the 18th century that the first known … Continue reading An 18th Century Artist’s View of Hexham Old Gaol
Review of our “In the Moment: Moodboards, Sashiko and Chair Yoga” workshop
The workshop was a new experience for me: three separate but complementary activities and I really enjoyed them all! What an inspiration. Jo did warn that Sashiko was ‘addictive’: I’ve bought the book and signed up for another course. Thank you!Geraldine Morris-Dowling Work from our ribbon weaving workshop
Review of our Mountain Landscapes in Water-Based Oil Paints workshop
Ruth’s darkly haunting Northumbrian landscapes were certainly inspiring for me and her workshop did not disappoint. They look as if something scary is about to happen and our instruction to bring boards already painted with Prussian Blue acrylic did nothing to dispel that anticipation. But we needn't have worried. She is a bright, happy person, … Continue reading Review of our Mountain Landscapes in Water-Based Oil Paints workshop
Review of our Ribbon Embroidery workshop
What a delightful way to spend a Saturday afternoon! Vivien’s workshop was brilliant! In 2 hours we managed to make a beautiful ribbon picture. We were guided step by step how to construct our picture, starting with the background leading up to the flowers and the grass. Vivien shared her expertise and tricks of the trade with … Continue reading Review of our Ribbon Embroidery workshop
Review of our “Sketching Newcastle with a bunch of famous artists”
I spent the day with Katherine Rousselange today, teaching at the Hatton Gallery in Newcastle University for the wonderful folk in the Friends of the Hatton group. It’s always good fun working alongside Katherine - we make a rather formidable teaching duo! We spent the day winding our way through various sketching exercises focused on … Continue reading Review of our “Sketching Newcastle with a bunch of famous artists”
Review of our Ruby Jones bead weaving demonstration
Karen from Ruby Jones Jewellery visited the gallery to give a talk on her beaded jewellery. Her journey started after picking up a kit and getting hooked. As time went by she became proficient in making pieces of jewellery and took the brave step to leave accountancy and set up her own business. Today she … Continue reading Review of our Ruby Jones bead weaving demonstration
Workshop: Tree decorations for your summer garden with Kath Price
Saturday 25 July 2026, 11 - 1pm - £20 for Friends, £30 for non-members. You can also buy tickets for Kath's workshop from our WeGotTickets page. Join artist Kath Price for this fun project that makes use of recycled glass/plastic jars, tin cans, fabric scraps including organzas, lace and sari strips to create a lantern … Continue reading Workshop: Tree decorations for your summer garden with Kath Price
Workshop: Simplify the Landscape in Oils with Lindsey McLaren
Saturday 27th June 11.30 till 2.30 - £20 for Friends, £30 for non-members. You can also buy tickets for Lindsey's workshop from our WeGotTickets page. Stop painting every leaf and start painting the light! Join artist Lindsey McLaren for a focused 3-hour workshop on the art of simplification. You will learn how to cut through … Continue reading Workshop: Simplify the Landscape in Oils with Lindsey McLaren
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