Step into the world of J.M.W. Turner and set sail on an artistic adventure through Petworth House and Garden!
This summer, Petworth House and Garden invites young artists to Fun Art Fridays—a series of hands-on creative sessions inspired by the legendary painter J.M.W. Turner!
An introduction to the fluid and versatile qualities of ink, in collaboration with West Dean College. Learn to control and allow the ink to flow to produce a variety of exciting outcomes.
This course will take its inspiration from Petworth House and Park and the exhibition of Turner's paintings. Explore the use of acrylic paints to evoke atmosphere and space in your paintings.
For artists and makers with an interest in textiles, wishing to explore material behaviours and the wet felting technique. This course is based at West Dean College.
Petworth offers the unique opportunity to explore the wonders of watercolour in this iconic location. From blank paper to finished work, your tutor will help and encourage you to learn and gain confidence.
Paint with watercolour in the style of Turner at Petworth House. Learn how to capture the essence of light and atmosphere, tonal shape and composition. Learn how to explore the narrative, and how to draw the viewer in to engage their interest.
Working between Petworth House and West Dean College, this course will take inspiration from Petworth's gardens and Turner exhibition. It will be an in-depth and comprehensive guide to drawing landscapes with natural and compressed charcoal.
Step into the magic this October half term at Petworth’s Academy for Witches and Wizards!
Discover more about the annual deer rut in the Park on this two hour guided walk.
Step into A Christmas Enchantment - a midwinter journey through Petworth House, where the longest night of the year stirs something ancient and magical.
Get into the festive spirit with a traditional wreath making workshop at Petworth House.
Led by the Indian Block Print Co. Experience the joys of Indian Block Printing and learn how to hand print fabric and paper creations using a variety of festive designs.