Some of my favourite early 20th century English artists have been highlighted in two exhibitions in Sussex – the ongoing Down from London: Spencer Gore and Friends at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery, and John Nash: The Landscape of Love … Continued
On the occasion of this year’s Harvest Moon (20/21 September) and the Autumn equinox (22 September) we hung this atmospheric landscape painting in Brighton Museum & Art Gallery. Curator Alexandra Loske takes a closer look at the painting and its … Continued
Today’s smattering of snow in Brighton has inspired us to look at some wintry scenes in our fine art collection. This 1904 oil painting by William Henry Boyd captures the loneliness and cold of a trudge through nearby Shoreham. The … Continued
For the final Draw of 2020 Beth has chosen her favourite images from the collection, which she discovered while going online. She has also included a few of her own drawings completed during the last nine months. Which were your … Continued
Yo ho ho! We’re dashing through the snow with bells on as the Draw returns for a jolly festive edition! Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good Draw! Join In If you are tempted to have a go, … Continued
The Draw goes off with a bang this week as Beth has chosen a firecracker of a selection to help us ‘Remember Remember the 5th of November’. Will you take a pop at it? Join In If you are … Continued
For this spooktacular Halloween week, Beth has chosen a frightfully good selection to give you a chill. Are you brave enough to draw? Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We … Continued
What do animals on our doorstep need to survive? What do they use for shelter and food? What plants are vital to their survival? In this family craft activity, inspired by the dioramas at the Booth Museum of Natural History, … Continued
With the clocks going back for the end of British Summer Time on Sunday, this week’s theme is everything getting darker. Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love … Continued
Hurrah! We’re celebrating the reopening of Brighton Museum & Art Gallery with the Draw this week. Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love to see them. Email them … Continued
Beth has gone from ‘pillar to post’ to find something for the Draw this week. Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love to see them. Email them to … Continued
Beth has changed her tune to the theme of musical instruments for this week’s Draw. Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love to see them. Email them to … Continued
To coincide with the start of the Autumn Equinox on 22 September, Beth has an Autumnal Draw this week and is going bonkers for conkers. Draw Artists We are very pleased to see that some of you have taken part … Continued
As part of Heritage Open Days, Beth has chosen the theme of hidden nature for this weeks draw. Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love to see them. … Continued
Hopefully it’s still warm enough to take a dip in the sea this week. You might even spot one of these creatures if you keep your eyes peeled… Beth teaches us how lines can create tone and beautiful art with … Continued
Dog art is for life, not just for Christmas. This week we are drawing man’s best friend. Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love to see them. … Continued
With the August Bank Holiday fast approaching, Beth has chosen a getting yourself to Brighton theme! Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love to see them. Email them … Continued
This week Beth is naming the Draw, The Magpie and the Shiny Things! Beth has also captured her drawing in stages to share her process of creating a picture. We’d love to see yours. Join In If you are … Continued
Whilst we sizzle in this heatwave, let’s draw some cool fossils Photos Bob Foreman Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love to see them. Email them to Beth … Continued
We’ve caught the drawing bug this week, draw us your best creepy crawlies! Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us? We would love to see them. Email them to Beth at beth.burr@brighton-hove.gov.uk … Continued
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