The Harley Gallery

This new display for the Miniatures Octagon in The Portland Collection has been curated by Vanessa Remington, Senior Curator at The Royal Collection.

The 5th Duke of Portland was one of a trio of major 19th century British collectors in this field, and Remington describes The Portland Collection’s miniatures as “probably second only to the Royal Collection”.

The display reveals a man very different from his public persona. Despite his reputation as a recluse who avoided the outside world, Remington’s research shows a Duke who was nevertheless fascinated by youth, beauty, celebrities and high society.

Amongst the exhibits are miniature portraits of Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, Louis XV, King of France and the famous soprano, Adelaide Kemble, the Duke’s unrequited love. A series of pastel paintings of the opera singer, which he commissioned, will also be on show.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/exhibition/hidden-view-5th-duke-portlands-art-collection/

"This planet is home to a wonderful variety of living organisms that are each individual in their biology and behaviour. They form large webs of connections amongst one another in ecosystems that are vast and complex. From whale migrations that encompass the entire globe, to ants that scurry along the forest floor. We are all witness to the beauty of life on Earth. Earth, the tiny little planet that we inhabit somewhere in the unfathomable depths of the universe."


The drawings are made using fine liner pens (0.03 – 0.8mm). The animals are imagined as living planets or landmasses, with their own landscapes and ecosystems.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/exhibition/whale-wails-waves/

For The Open Exhibition, The Harley Gallery invites artists from far and wide, whether professional or amateur, to enter their work for exhibition.

Director of The Harley Gallery, Lisa Gee explained:

“The Harley Open gives us an exciting insight into what Britain’s artists are making now. We love getting entries from established artists but it’s just as important to us to see work by people who are just starting out, or maybe haven’t shown their work in a gallery very much before. We get entries that are serious or funny, detailed or abstract, traditional or really wacky! It’s the diversity that makes the Open so successful, it gets a lot of visitors and we are able to sell many of the entries for our artists”

Suitable for

• Any age

Admission

FREE

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/exhibition/the-harley-open/

"Behind my images are a great passion for butterflies and other insects and many years of dedication to photography. Many of the photos have been used as illustrations in a variety of books but are now mainly used as art in home and public decor. The insects that are used are mostly borrowed from the Swedish Museum of Natural History in Stockholm, from my entomology friends who are collectors and some of the insects are from my own collection."


For the first time ever, an English exhibition of these extraordinary, vivid and detailed photographs.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/exhibition/under-the-microscope/

One of the UK’s undisputed leaders in textile art returns to Welbeck, more than 10 years since his last exhibition. A series of new pieces will be accompanied by commentaries from writers, critics and artists – all offering new perspectives on his work.

Michael Brennand-Wood’s work bridges the gap between art and craft practices and has earned international acclaim. He regularly shows at international art fairs and has works in collections including the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, Victoria & Albert Museum, National Gallery of Australia, Canberra (Aus) and Akzo-Nobel Art Foundation, Holland.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/exhibitions/

Get creative with your paint brush and decorate a gift for someone special. Choose from our wide selection of ready-made pottery, including mugs, plates, trinket boxes, egg cups and vases. Once decorated our technical staff will glaze and fire your pot.

Suitable for

• Any age

Admission

£5 per session.
All pottery items are individually priced and are not included in the ticket price.

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/event/paint-a-pot/

These sessions offer flexible studio space for those who can work independently, with a full range of ceramics facilities available including two kilns and six wheels.

The Pottery Studio is a large, 178sqm workspace in The Harley Foundation’s ‘East Workshops’ which were designed by architect John Outram.

Drop in, but if you require particular equipment it is recommended to book ahead.

Booking is advised as places are limited. Call 01909 501 700 or email shop@harleygallery.co.uk

Suitable for

• Any age

Admission

Prices start from £5

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/event/open-access-thursdays/

Creative sessions take place every Wednesday during the summer holidays in The Harley Gallery’s Creative Space.

26/07/2017 Make a Miniature Portrait - be inspired by our miniature
paintings and create your own modern miniature portrait.
02/08/2017 Under the Sea Mobiles - paper craft activity creating your very own under the sea mobile.
09/08/2017 Objects with Attitude - Rummage through our stash of recycled materials and bring an everyday object to life!
16/08/2017 Paper People - Sketch your design, cut and colour block to
produce a pop art creation.
23/08/2017 Make a Dream Space - Using paper, pens and collage produce a dream world for dinosaurs to roam or giant insects to live.
30/08/2017 Build a Body - Design, draw and create a set of building-blocks to mismatch your own fantastic creatures.


Adults must stay with their children at all times. £2.50 per child, suitable for all ages.

Suitable for

• 7-10
• 5-6
• 11-13

Admission

£2.50

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/events/children-families/