Barber family workshop | Frottage Fun
- Location
- The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
- Dates
- Tuesday 29 October 2024 (11:00-14:00)
Explore touch and texture and create as a family. Perfect for 4-10 year olds, these activities are designed investigate ideas in our current exhibitions, prompt collaboration and fun!
Tuesday 29 October, 11am – 2pm
Free, Drop-in
Barber Foyer & Project Space
Explore the varied botanical textures, forms and shapes through the fun medium of frottage! Frottage is the art of taking pencil and wax rubbings. Learn from and engage with the natural world using this tactile drawing method. Ideal for ages 4-10 & their grown-ups, this activity is designed to encourage observation, mark-making and creative thinking.
Led by our friendly learning team and inspired by our Print Bay exhibition, ‘The Hidden Life of Plants,’ this activity provides creative, half term fun for all the family.
No need to book- just turn up!
See our access page or contact us learning@barber.org.uk for accessibility support.
Accessibility information for this event
The main entrance to the Barber is accessed by 13 shallow steps, the galleries by a further 31 shallow steps. Level access is available. Please let your team know if you require this by calling 0121 414 7333 or emailing reception@barber.org.uk before your visit.