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March 2020
Imaginary Portraits Activity Sheet
Not able to make it to the Gallery in person? We have designed a creative activity, inspired by the Masters & Apprentices exhibition, for you to enjoy at home. Click here to download MRAG's new activity sheet We'd love to see your completed masterpiece, don't forget to share it with us by tagging us on Facebook or Instagram!!!
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Open Collection Store
This weekend we invite you to peek through the Collection Room doors, wander through the Collection Store, talk to the MRAG staff and discover the treasures stored inside.
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IF Maitland Festival
The inaugural IF Maitland Festival is a celebration of independent writing and publishing in all its forms. In this age of digital disruption, if you’ve got a book you want to write, a poem to share, or a song to sing, it’s now easier than ever to have work published. IF Maitland wants to help you to tell your story.
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Expressions of interest are open to be a part of Gabfest: A Youth Week Event
Are you 12 -25 and want to get involved? You could hold a stall, sing, dance, read poetry or showcase your talents.
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Lucas Grogan, The Shroud (detail), 2016, cotton on italian wool, venetian lace, chux and cotton, 259×239cm.
Autumn Season Celebration
Roses are red, violets are blue,
7 new exhibitions are ready for you…
Free Guided tours
Explore the Gallery at your own pace using the Art and Heritage Audio Tour available at reception desk, and as a free app. Or get in touch to organise a guided tour with one of the Gallery team members.
Find out more »Free Art Sunday: Grandparents and Grandchildren
MRAG invites families to drop into the art gallery for free art activities inspired by the exhibitions on display. Activities are tailored for grandparents and grandchildren during seniors week. Drop in anytime between 11.00am — 12.30pm No bookings are required, all materials provided.
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Free Art January 2020
Come See-Make-Do at the Art Gallery this Summer! Workshops, dance, comics, yoga, and more MRAG prides itself on being inclusive and accessible, should you have any queries please do not hesitate to get in touch to discuss! Click here to download the program Free Art January is made possible by the generous support of Maitland Regional Art Gallery Members and CleverPatch.
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D-I-Y
Come and visit the art gallery to escape the heat, we have plenty to do while you are here with activity stations throughout the gallery. Play the Giant Snakes and Ladders game, I Spy, or try the Discovery Trail, Word Play, Snake or Lizard and more. If you enjoy the summer heat we will have self-directed outside sand & water play! Just drop in no bookings required. All materials supplied. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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3D Drawing Workshop
Artist Dale Forward will explain the secrets of creating 3D Drawings and how you can use the effect in graphic novels and comics. 12 years+ Bookings Essential. Click here to book through EventBrite
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HOW TO SESSION | Picture This
How the MRAG exhibition program is created with MRAG Senior Curator Kim Blunt
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Yoga in the Gallery
Mats and masterpieces come together at MRAG this summer in a 60 minute exploration of yoga as a form of art appreciation and self-expression. No previous yoga experience required! 4 years +, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult Bookings essential. Click here to book through EventBrite
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LEGACY: Exploration of Culture through dance with Emily Punu
Experience aspects of Aboriginal culture through movement with Emily Punu. 4 years +, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
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Sip & Sketch
Join Artists Nicola Hensel and John Turier for an evening celebrating artistic pursuit. Hear directly from the artists about where they find inspiration and what it is like to work as a creative couple. Enter the magical world of muses creating your own collaged muse with Nicola. Enjoy a juice, Pourhouse craft beer or a Tyrrell’s wine while enjoying the atmosphere of the gallery after hours. MRAG practices the responsible service of alcohol. Minors must be accompanied by a responsible…
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Snake Saftey with Wildlife Rescuer Teresa Purnell
Volunteer snake catcher, educator and natural history illustrator Teresa Purnell presents SnakeAbout an exhibition of serpentine splendour. Teresa, whose unofficial mission statement is to “enlighten, not frighten” will share her exquisite drawings and snake knowledge with visitors.
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