RBSA Gallery
4 Brook Street
St. Paul's
Birmingham
Birmingham
B3 1SA
England
Website
Telephone
0121 236 4353
Fax
0121 236 4555
The Royal Birmingham Society of Artists (RBSA) is an artist-led charity which supports artists and promotes engagement with the visual arts through a range of inclusive activities.
Venue Type:
Gallery, Artist studio or collective, Association or society, Archive, Heritage site
China's Forgotten Kingdom exhibition
An exhibition focusing on the artistic identity of the Naxi ethnic minority from Yunnan. Also includes work by Robert Perry RBSA inspired by his trip to China with the University of Northampton.
Suitable for
- Any age
Small Prints exhibition
An invited exhibition of work by established printmakers, including acclaimed artists Hilary Paynter Hon. RBSA and Sarah van Niekerk Hon. RBSA.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/small-prints-exhibition/
Prize exhibition
This exhibition attracts entries from talented artists across the UK. Artists are invited to enter work in all media (except photography). Works including jewellery, ceramics and textiles as well as drawing, painting and printmaking are all welcome entries.
There will be three cash prizes for this exhibition. The first prize is the RBSA prize of £1,000, funded by the GMC Trust. All works exhibited will be eligible for this prize. The winner will be selected by the Selection Committee.
The second prize is the Alec Morison Watercolour Prize of £500. All watercolours exhibited will be eligible for this prize. The winner will be selected by Mr Michael Thompson, a Trustee of the Alec Morison Trust.
The third prize is the £250 Roslyn Zalin Memorial Prize. All works exhibited will be eligible for this prize. The winner will be selected by the Selection Committee.
There will also be a runner-up prize of a £50 RBSA voucher.
We would like to thank the GMC Trust, the Alec Morison Trust and the Zalin family for their generous donations which have made these prizes possible.
For more information and to download an application pack, please visit our website: http://www.rbsa.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/prize-exhibition-1/
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
The exhibition is free to attend. Anyone wishing to submit work will need to pay the relevant entry fees - please check our website for more details.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/prize-exhibition-1/
June Ridgway ARBSA
A collection of burnished ceramics inspired by the patina of age on weathered surfaces.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/june-ridgway-arbsa/
Usha Khosla RBSA
Usha’s collection of hand-built ceramics explore interpretations of landscape on a three-dimensional surface.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/usha-khosla-rbsa-2/
Michael Salt ARBSA
A solo show of landscapes and seascapes exploring the atmospheric effects of water.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/michael-salt-arbsa/
Stephanie Redfern RBSA
Painted, collaged and stitched textiles responding to weather, form, colour and light.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/stephanie-redfern-rbsa-1/
David Gordon RBSA (1929-2010)
David was involved with the RBSA for four decades. This solo show celebrates his evocative still life and distinctive urban and coastal landscapes.
Suitable for
- Any age
Woodlands craft exhibition
Take a walk through the woods this spring at the RBSA Gallery. An exhibition alive with the sights and smells of the forest, ‘Woodlands’ showcases jewellery and ceramics inspired by the flora and fauna of Britain’s woodlands alongside innovative work exploring the potentials of wood as a craft medium. Delightful jewellery by Layla Amber Rous, Phoebe Sherwood-Moore and Lucy Ramsbottom is on show together with wooden homeware by Swedish designer Lotta Cole and wood-fired ceramics by Hannah McAndrew.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/woodlands-craft-exhibition/
Galactic craft exhibition
Blast off into a galaxy far away with ‘Galactic’, an exhibition exploring the spectacle and wonders of outer space. From jewellery inspired by meteorites and shooting stars through to space-age ceramics and ethereal glass, this exhibition offers an opportunity for stargazing right in the heart of Brum! Work on display includes futuristic jewellery in precious metals by Mandana Oskoui, Emily Thatcher and Annie Cracknell, as well as Samantha Donaldson’s stunning glass forms inspired by rock minerals.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/galactic-craft-exhibition/
Mark Fennell RBSA
Portraits, still life and plein air landscape paintings in oils.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/mark-fennell-rbsa-1/
Viv Astling RBSA
A solo show challenging the ‘Don’t Touch’ rule and inviting the viewer to experience the tactile quality of stone.
Suitable for
- Any age
Drawn Towards the Sea exhibition
An exhibition of recent drawings, paintings and prints by John Scott Martin VP PPRBSA. Ships and boats seen under many skies. From classic yachts to bulk carriers, if they are on the water, they are inspirational.
Suitable for
- Any age
Spaces of Invention & Places of Imagination exhibition
A major exhibition of mixed media works concentrating on the year 2000 to the present, a particularly prolific period for the artist. The exhibition also includes two early paintings completed at the outset of George’s career, now spanning 54 years.
Suitable for
- Any age
Summer Workshop: Dynamic Realism - Part 1
Immerse yourself in this intensive and practical course to identify your personal style and create dynamic drawings that show individuality and expression. Suitable for all abilities.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£100 per person / £90 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/dynamic-realism-part-1/
Portrait Prize exhibition
An exhibition open to all portrait artists and with a first prize of £1000. It will be sure to show works by artists from around the country! The exhibition will be selected by Simon Davis RBSA RP, Andrew James RP and Robin Lee-Hall RP.
We would like to thank the GMC, Mr Matheson and Mr Bath for their generous donations which have made possible the range of prizes this year.
Why not commission a portrait from an artist whose work you have enjoyed?
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Admission to the exhibition is free. Anyone wishing to submit work for consideration will need to pay the relevant entry fees - please see our website for further details.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/portrait-prize-exhibition/
Summer Workshop: Scrolls, Screens and Hangings
Take inspiration from scrolls, screens and hangings to gain new perspectives on drawing, question ideas, experiment with others, and create a collaborative work. Suitable for all abilities, ideal for those looking to improve or refresh their drawing skills.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£106 per person / £96 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/scrolls-screens-and-hangings/
Summer Workshop: Water in the Landscape
Suitable for all abilities, particularly those who find water a tricky subject! To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheques payable to RBSA. Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment. The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded. The RSBA collection includes paintings featured on the Your Paintings website.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
- Not suitable for children
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£50 per person / £45 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/water-in-the-landscape/
Summer Workshop: Basics of Sculpture
Discover how to use different clay modeling techniques and exercises to create strong sculptural forms. Suitable for all abilities (ages 18 and above), providing an interesting introduction for beginners and fresh perspectives for those with more experience.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 18+
When
11am-4:30pm
Summer Workshop: Dynamic Realism - Part 2
Receive thorough guidance on how to utilise craftsmanship to achieve vitality and movement in your drawings. Ideal for those who attended Dynamic Realism 1 but open to those who did not.
Suitable for
- 18+
- 16-17
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£100 per person / £90 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/dynamic-realism-part-2/
Summer Workshop: Sea and Shore: Collage and Textiles (3 day course)
Explore collage, mixed media, print and paint effects, and textile techniques to produce an individual work inspired by the sea and shore. Students can choose to make a work with or without stitching, making it suitable for all abilities, including those who don’t like sewing!
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
Admission
£155 per person / £140 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
Summer Workshop: Forming the Figure (1 day course)
Create your own figure sculpture! Observe a life model, make a metal armature and sculpt onto it in plaster. Ideal for beginners but suitable for all abilities. Students aged under 18 will need parental consent.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£62 per person / £57 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/forming-the-figure/
Summer Workshop: Artist Books: Black and White (3 day course)
Inspired by graphic novels and Expressionist woodcuts from the 1920s and 30s, learn a range of printmaking and book construction techniques to create your own striking black and white artist books. Suitable for all abilities.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
Admission
£153 per person / £138 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/artist-books-black-and-white/
Valerie Alexander RBSA
Watercolours and mixed media work in a free and expressive style.
Suitable for
- Any age
Summer Workshop: Summer Prints - Woodcut and Collagraph (2 day course)
Learn how to prepare and print a woodcut and collagraph plate to create a colourful and textural artwork based on the theme of summer holidays. Ideal for beginners but suitable for all abilities.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£105 per person / £95 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
Summer Workshop: Pastel Gardens
Suitable for all abilities aged 18 and above. Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment. Booking essential: Contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA. The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded. The RBSA collection includes paintings featured on the Your Paintings website.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
- Not suitable for children
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£50.00 per person / £45.00 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/pastel-gardens/
Summer Workshop: Powerful Portraits
Learn how to transform small-scale self-portraits into large graphite or charcoal drawings that employ composition and tone to powerful effect. Suitable for all abilities aged 18 and above. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA. Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment. The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
- Not suitable for children
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£50 per person / £45 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount. Booking essential, please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/powerful-portraits/
Summer Workshop: Mixed Media Printmaking (2 day course)
Find out how to produce exciting designs and results quickly by combining collage and lino block printing. Suitable for all abilities aged 18 and above.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 18+
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£105 per person / £95 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/mixed-media-printmaking/
Summer Workshop: Screen Printing from Photos (2 day course)
Use your own photographs or pictures to produce paper stencils and make a two or three-colour print. There will also be the possibility of making a photo silk screen. Suitable for all abilities aged 18 and above.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 18+
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£105 per person / £95 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/screen-printing-from-photos/
Summer Workshop: Face Masks (1 day course)
Receive an introduction to sculpting from life. You will learn how to work from a model to produce a portrait mask in air drying clay. Suitable for all abilities.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 18+
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£61 per person / £56 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/face-masks-1/
Summer Workshop: From the Pavement to the Sky (3 day course)
Be inspired by your city! Learn how to use photography, drawing and printmaking techniques to design and print your own artworks based on your observations of local architecture. Suitable for abilities.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 18+
Admission
£155 per person / £140 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/from-the-pavement-to-the-sky/
Summer Workshop: The Textured Landscape (2 day course)
Learn how to apply oil paint with a palette knife rather than a brush to create different surfaces and textures in your landscapes. Suitable for intermediates and above, aged 18 and above.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 18+
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£105 per person / £95 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/textured-landscapes/
Summer Workshop: Life Drawing (1 day course)
Understand basic principles of proportion and anatomy, experiment with line and learn how to apply tone. Suitable for all abilities. Please note: we require a parental consent form to be completed for workshop students aged 16 to 18.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 18+
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£60 per person / £50 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/life-drawing-4/
Summer Workshop: Shaping Nature - Print, Dye, Pattern (2 day course)
Experiment with printing and dyeing to produce individual fabrics, which will then be made into a piece of work based upon patterns inspired by nature.
Booking essential: To book please contact the gallery on 0121 236 4353. Payment can be made in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to RBSA.
Places are limited to 10 students per workshop. Allocation will take place on a first come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 18+
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£105 per person / £95 for Friends of the RBSA and students. A valid student ID must be provided to receive a student discount.
Website
Summer Workshop: Line - Aspects of Drawing
Taking natural forms as the subject matter, the first exercises will engage the ‘objective eye’ by mapping what we see using pencil. The second exercises will help us experience the rhythmical qualities of line using brushes and inks. The final exercises will provide an opportunity to bring both of these skills together in a drawing. Booking essential on 0121 236 4353 in cash or by card or cheque. Cheques payable to RBSA. Places limited to 10 students per workshop. The RBSA Gallery reserves the right to withdraw the course. In this eventuality, you will be notified and fully refunded.
Suitable for
- 18+
- Not suitable for children
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
£55.00 / £50.00 for Friends of the RBSA and students with valid ID. First come first served basis, subject to receipt of full non-transferable and non-refundable payment.
Website
http://www.rbsa.org.uk/workshops-learning/adult-workshops/course-list/line-aspects-of-drawing/
Friends' exhibition
Friends of the RBSA show off their talent in a range of media (except photography).
Suitable for
- Any age
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