Disclaimer: I have not attended any of these workshops, and as a result these are not recommendations. I also cannot be held responsible for anything that happens on these days or any cancellations. Please do your own due diligence in advance.
The National Gallery – Home Education Sketchbook Surgery
- Wednesday 11th November 2026
- Thursday 14th January 2027
- Wednesday 10th March 2027
- Thursday 22nd April 2027
- Wednesday 9th June 2027
- FREE
- 1-3pm
- The Roden Centre for Creative Learning (entrance via Orange Street, WC2H 7HS)
- Aimed at children over 12 years old
- Advanced booking essential (these do book up) (you only need to book a ticket for the child attending) (link in title above and below). Bookings will open soon.
- Young people are invited to join Joanna Conybeare and William Goldsmith in the Art Studio to share their sketchbook, consult on directions for study and explore new creative processes. This session is specifically designed for children educated outside of school, who are developing their art skills and working towards a formal award.
- Whether your young person is developing their work for an Art Award or GCSE, eager to consider different directions to push their interests, or curious about new materials to discover, they can join artists, educators and Art Award Advisers Joanna Conybeare and William Goldsmith in the Clore Art Studio in the Roden Centre for Creative Learning.
- There is an open studio atmosphere with artistic materials and techniques available to explore in the context of a young person’s interests, as well as time spent in the Gallery to discuss ideas and encourage critical thinking.
- Don’t forget to bring your sketchbook or portfolio!
- During sessions parents/carers must remain onsite.
- Before/after the session, you are welcome to enjoy your packed lunch in the Social Space of the Roden Centre for Creative Learning.
- More information on each session can be found here.
- https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/events/home-education-sketchbook-surgery-develop-your-sketchbook-portfolio-and-creative-ideas
