The Harley Gallery

The National Glass Centre’s expertise brings glass to The Harley Gallery in a way never seen before. Work ranges from floating glass panels etched with photographs, to brightly coloured vessels, to extraordinary sculpture.

The exhibition will include work by Scott Benefield, Heike Brachlow, Effie Burns, James Devereux, Erin Dickson, Carrie Fertig, Choi Keeryong, James Maskrey, Helen Maurer, Joanne Mitchell, Helen Pailing, Jeffrey Sarmiento, Ayako Tani, Angela Thwaites, Elliot Walker, Emma Woffenden and Jeff Zimmer.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/exhibition/loud-and-clear/

"The work I make loosely falls into two main areas, functional pots and large pots. I enjoy the rhythm of making functional pots, working quickly in order to create small batches. It’s satisfying you see the shelves filling up with pots ready to fire. And the end desire is that people will want them for everyday use in their homes.

The larger pots are a different way of making. More challenging, I make these pots in 2 or 3 sections, which is therefore more risky. I like the process of throwing the sections, joining them and then throwing more. It also provides me with a large surface area to make bold and expressive marks.

My mark and pattern making is constantly evolving, I enjoy experimenting with different techniques, from scratching through slip to, currently, masking off areas. It’s these new techniques that make opening the fired kiln at the end really exciting."

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/exhibition/form-and-function/

Jill Ray uses both traditional and digital methods to produce her landscapes. She works with oil on canvas and creates digital prints using a computer. The opposing processes offer Jill different ways of working; slow vs fast, direct vs indirect markmaking, subtle textures vs perfected geometry.

The hills of the Dark Peak and the woodlands in Sheffield and Chatsworth Park provide most of Jill’s subject matter, with occasional winter forays to the east coast.

Suitable for

• Any age

Admission

Free entry and free parking.

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/exhibition/bright-woods-dark-peaks/

Laura Ellen Bacon knots, weaves, twists and plaits natural materials by hand to create monumental site-specific sculptures.

They envelop and embrace their surroundings, yet despite their scale, the intricacy of Bacon’s work creates a nest-like intimacy. Her forms are at once strange and familiar, straddling the natural world and the man-made.

Suitable for

• Any age

Admission

Free entry and free parking.

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/exhibition/laura-ellen-bacon/

Internationally renowned British sculptor Kate MccGwire works are familiar yet otherworldly, beautiful and disgusting, tranquil and malicious.

"I am interested in how we are drawn to things but repelled by them at the same time – the familiar, when seen out of place that defies reason. My forms are bodily & linked with our selves, but made alien by the materials I use." Kate MccGwire

Suitable for

• Any age

Admission

Free entry and free parking.

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/exhibition/kate-mccgwire/

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/

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/

Joel Arthur Rosenthal, known as JAR, is celebrated for his intricate and extraordinary jewellery. The Paris-based designer makes work for an elite clientele; drawing from the natural beauty of precious stones, and combining their often vibrant colour with sculptural design. His finely tuned expert eye and exacting personal taste are second to none.

For this exhibition, JAR turns his eye to The Portland Miniatures. He has chosen an intriguing selection of jewel-sized paintings. In addition, these miniatures are accompanied by some of his favourite pieces of jewellery from The Portland Collection.

A highlight of the exhibition is a pair of rings that we believe were last together in 1786 – this exhibition will bring them together for the first time in over 230 years.

Suitable for

• Any age

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/exhibition/the-portland-miniatures-joel-arthur-rosenthal/

Hands on Holidays
25 July, 1, 8, 15, 22 and 25 August, 11am-1pm
Our nature-themed activities are guaranteed to keep the kids entertained.
Join our Education and Engagement Manager every Wednesday throughout the holidays for an hour of creative play.
£2.50 per child. Suitable for all ages but adults must stay with their children at all times.

Weekly Paint a Pot
26 July, 2, 9, 16, 23 and 24 August, 10am-3pm
Create your own paint a pot masterpiece during a tutor-led workshop.
£5 per session. All pottery items are individually priced and are not included in the ticket price. Suitable for all ages but adults must stay with their children at all times.

Monthly Paint a Pot
Saturday 1 September, 10am-4pm
Create your own paint a pot masterpiece during a tutor-led workshop.
£5 per session. All pottery items are individually priced and are not included in the ticket price. Suitable for all ages but adults must stay with their children at all times.

Don’t miss FREE daily activities in The Harley Gallery’s Creative Space or exploring the treasures in The Portland Collection on our historical art trail.

Booking is advised as places are limited.
Call 01909 501 700 or email portlandcollection@harleygallery.co.uk
For further information visit www.harleygallery.co.uk

Suitable for

• 5-6
• 11-13
• 7-10

Admission

£2.50 - £22.00

Website

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

The British Sculptor, who was shortlisted for the Women’s Hour Craft Prize in 2017, works with natural materials into large-scale or ‘human-scale’ artworks, in both interior and landscape settings. Her work has been described as ‘startling but beckoning’; ‘monumental yet intimate’; ‘frenzied yet calm’.

BOOKING INFORMATION
Places are limited so advance booking is required.

To book call 01909 501700 or e-mail portlandcollection@harleygallery.co.uk – please sign in at Reception when you arrive.

Suitable for

• Any age

Admission

FREE

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/event/exhibition-preview-laura-ellen-bacon/

Learn the skill of goldwork on this two-day workshop, inspired by the highly ornamented mid-eighteenth century candelabra in The Portland Collection.

Guided by Dr Lynn Hulse and Nicola Jarvis, participants will create an elaborate goldwork embroidery of a snail and bumble bee, crawling on an ivy stem. Students will be directed in working felt and string padding over which various gilt threads, gilt bright check and smooth purls will be stitched. Additional sparkling effects will be added with gilt chips and spangles.

Admission

This two-day workshop costs £200.

The cost of the workshop includes materials, refreshments (morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea) and a walk and talk with Curator Gareth Hughes.

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/event/goldwork-embroidery-course/

Book your place to find out more about the innovative solutions that power the building, including solar power and air-source heating, as well as learning about the technical challenges of managing the environment in a fine art gallery.

BOOKING INFORMATION
Places are limited so advance booking is required.

To book call 01909 501700 or e-mail portlandcollection@harleygallery.co.uk – please sign in at Reception when you arrive.

Suitable for

• Not suitable for children

Admission

FREE

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/event/environmentally-friendly-buildings-rick-gascoigne/

Jill regularly exhibits with the Premier Artists at Sheffield’s ‘Art in the Gardens’ and takes part in ‘Open up Sheffield’ and the ‘Great Dome Art Fair’ in Buxton as well as showing at several print and craft fairs throughout the year. She is a member of both Peak District Artisans and Sheffield Printmakers.

BOOKING INFORMATION
Places are limited so advance booking is required.

To book call 01909 501700 or e-mail portlandcollection@harleygallery.co.uk – please sign in at Reception when you arrive.

Suitable for

• Any age

Admission

Free

Website

http://www.harleygallery.co.uk/event/exhibition-walk-and-talk-with-jill-ray/