The exhibition, which was held in the Ex Libris Gallery, ran from 10th to 24th of September. This is a relatively short period compared with our exhibitions in earlier times. However, this was the only time slot Newcastle University where able to make available and we were grateful for that. The Ex Libris gallery is … Continue reading Late Summer Exhibition
Oil painting workshop with Ruth Bond
Curtained Clouds on Inner Farne Islands 29th October 2022, 12.30 - 4 pm. break at 3 pm for tea and cakes.Learning Room at the Gallery, Newcastle upon Tyne. Ruth is a well renowned Northumbrian Artist with a large following. Her paintings sell all over the World. She’s recognised for her vivid use of colour and … Continue reading Oil painting workshop with Ruth Bond
Talk by Dr Melanie Stephenson
“A great little man” Professor Richard George Hatton (1864-1926) (Unknown artist). Photo credit: Hatton Gallery 26th November at 12.30, Learning Room at the Gallery, Newcastle upon Tyne. At a time when the Hatton Gallery is highlighting its significant collection of modern pictures and drawing attention to its role in art education and art practice in the … Continue reading Talk by Dr Melanie Stephenson
Friends Bulletin August 2022
Welcome back! This is our first full length bulletin since March 2022! You'll find information about our Late Summer Exhibition and how to submit your work as well as a financial report on how the Friends' funds have helped thet gallery, What's On details and other important membership news. If you haven’t already, please “Like” … Continue reading Friends Bulletin August 2022
A note from our Acting Chair
Dear Friends My name is Bill Jackson and I recently took on the role as acting Chair for the Friends of the Hatton until the next AGM. My wife and I have been involved in the Hatton for a number of years albeit not serving as Trustees but as ordinary members. Like all trusts and … Continue reading A note from our Acting Chair
Late Summer Exhibition 2022 forms
Members are invited to enter their recent work to be shown in the XL gallery (just inside the entrance to the Hatton). This is an exhibition for the Friends of the Hatton Gallery only. However, if there is any non-member you know who wishes to exhibit they have the opportunity to join by paying the … Continue reading Late Summer Exhibition 2022 forms
Your new membership card
The committee is in the process of producing a lifetime single issue membership card. This will be issued once only instead of every year. The new card, which is designed to last a number of years, will be much more robust than previous cards. We will remind members at the end of each calendar year … Continue reading Your new membership card
How our funds have supported the Gallery
After the disruption caused firstly by the redevelopment of the Hatton Gallery and then by Covid, the Friends have finally been able to meet with senior TWAM managers to discuss our role. At our last committee meeting, we thought it of interest to review our historical relationship with the Gallery and in particular the extent … Continue reading How our funds have supported the Gallery
Your Membership
Due to covid restrictions the last couple of years have been unique for everyone. As far as FotH was concerned it was clearly not possible to organise events for the membership, so we did not seek membership fees. Hopefully, now that some kind of normality is restored, we ask that you check your membership for … Continue reading Your Membership
Don’t miss out on FotH events
Due to timing issues, it is sometimes not possible to include details of all our activities in our bulletins. We normally send these updates out via email. Make sure we can keep you informed of any last minute changes to our events and schedule by telling us your current email address. Email hatton.friends@btinternet.com to update … Continue reading Don’t miss out on FotH events
Friends of the Hatton 