Create your own portrait makeover
Make over the portrait of Martin Ruzé and create your own fun mask.
- Booking not needed
- Admission applies
Explore the galleries at Upton House this May half term and see the portrait that Frans Pourbus the Younger painted of the distinguished 16th-century French politician.
Experiment with art materials to give the portrait a makeover when you create your own Martin Ruzé mask. Be as bold as you dare! Reveal the new look to your friends and family and pose for a selfie at the Martin Ruzé selfie station.
£2 per child. All materials and instructions provided.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Children are welcome, supervised by parent/guardian
- Meeting point
This activity takes place in the plant centre. The selfie station is in the Woodland Walk.
- What to bring and wear
Dress for the weather
- Accessibility
The plant centre is level access.
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