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DescriptionMake your own fine art print inspired by form and colour in our Winifred Nicholson exhibition. Opening in October 2024, MIMA presents an exhibition dedicated to artist Winifred Nicholson (1893–1981) and her relationship with the tradition of rag rug making, also known as ‘hooky’ rug mats. The exhibition comprises rag rugs, paintings, and archive material from the 1920s up to the 1980s. MIMA’s Inspired By workshops are an opportunity to learn a new skill and experiment with creative techniques in an informal setting with guidance from experts from the School of Arts & Creative Industries, Teesside University. They take inspiration from artists and artworks in MIMA’s artistic programme. Part of MIMA Creative Academy, a creative enterprise programme of activities that serves individuals and businesses. Powered by Teesside University's School of Arts & Creative Industries and MIMA. Facilitator:Janice Downs has worked as a Senior Technician Demonstrator in Printmaking, Fine Art at Teesside University for 17 years. Previously she worked at the Northern School of Art and Middlesbrough College in Art and Design and Textiles. Her practice is predominantly based in printmaking and her subject matter of late has concentrated on the red list – a list of endangered birds in the UK.
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Additional ItemsContactPlease contact [email protected] if you have any queries. More InformationBooking & Cancellations:This is a short course which takes place on Saturday 2nd November 2024- 10:00- 16:00, £110.00 per person. Based at MIMA, Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art and Teesside University Main Campus. No previous experience required; materials included. Over 18's only, refreshments provided. Book your place HERE. If you are no longer able to attend, please contact [email protected]. Please note, bookings close on Sunday 27 October 2024. Refunds for booking cancellations will not be offered after this time. Access & Parking:Car parking is available directly behind MIMA and on Emily Street (pay and display, approx. 2 mins walk). Travel between MIMA and University Campus is a 5-minute walk. Making activities take place in MIMA and on the ground floor in the Waterhouse Building, Teesside University Main Campus. Please contact [email protected] if you have any access requirements. |