Summer Art Club: Drawing with Lela

oin local artist Lela Harris this summer for a weekly drawing workshop series designed especially for young artists aged 8 – 14. Taking inspiration from Harris’ work in Familial Traces, these relaxed, hands-on sessions will help participants build confidence, try new materials and develop their own creative ideas. Across the series, young artists will explore pencil, charcoal and colour while creating portraits, still lifes and landscapes. Each session offers the chance to learn new drawing techniques, look closely at artworks on display throughout the gallery and respond creatively to themes of identity, family, belonging and home. In the final workshop, participants will use their favourite materials and techniques from the series to create a collaborative artwork together. Sessions can be booked individually, but we recommend attending the full series to get the most out of the programme and build skills week by week. All materials are provided, though participants are welcome to bring their favourite sketchbook if they would like. Parent or guardian supervision is required for each session. Tickets include entry to Abbot Hall’s collection galleries and exhibitions on the day of the workshop. Sessions run on Wednesdays throughout August, 10:30am–12:30pm. Sessions from £10 per family (up to 3 children and 2 adults). Book your sessions using the link below.