A Message from our new Social Media Coordinator

I've been a friend of the Hatton for a number of years and have enjoyed reading the bulletins, exhibiting work in the exhibitions and attending talks and events. I have recently taken on the role of Social Media Coordinator for the Friends of the Hatton with the aim of increasing the visibility of our activities, … Continue reading A Message from our new Social Media Coordinator

Review of the Day Workshops with Renira Barnes

11 Friends took part in Renira Barnes’ ‘Seasonal natural forms: drawing and painting creative day workshops’ in October. Renira brought in a selection of leaves, fruits, dried plants, etc. for the participants to choose from (see photo). The selected object was then used as a primary reference throughout the day. To start with, Renira tasked … Continue reading Review of the Day Workshops with Renira Barnes

Printmaking Workshop Part 2 with Caroline Coode & Vhairi Cardinal

Caroline Coode and Vhairi Cardinal are returning for their popular Printmaking workshops. There will be the possibility to use one press to make intaglio prints. In order to broaden the experience of printmaking (and so that not all have to queue up for the one press!) Vhairi and Caroline will be introducing more possibilities for … Continue reading Printmaking Workshop Part 2 with Caroline Coode & Vhairi Cardinal

First ever Friends Christmas Market

CHristmas Train - Caroline Coode

We are holding our very first Christmas Market! Friends of the Hatton members will sell their artwork, crafted goods, anything handmade that will suit as a Christmas gift alongside a collection viewing day at the Hatton Gallery. Enjoy festive refreshments, a raffle and an opportunity to find unique and beautiful Christmas presents (NB: the event … Continue reading First ever Friends Christmas Market

From Flamingos to Sandcastles, a Talk by Katherine Renton

Alnmouth Castle - Katherine Renton

Katherine Renton studied Fine Art at Newcastle University from 1989-1993, and is an artist who has always lived on the Northumberland coast. In her talk she will explore the themes and ideas that run through her oil paintings, watercolours and drawings, starting with examples of work produced in her first year as a student, in … Continue reading From Flamingos to Sandcastles, a Talk by Katherine Renton