Workshops at the Gordon Highlanders Museum Summer 2008
Camouflage
Discover the origins of camouflage, its militarisation and its impact on modern art, contemporary fashion and popular culture at The Gordon Highlanders Museum from April – October 2008.
Camouflage’08 is a dynamic exhibition and events programme led by The Gordon Highlanders Museum in association with the Arts Development Team and other city partners. Themes such as concealment, distortion, deception and disguise will be explored and interpreted through a range of fun events and activities for all ages.
Calling Camouflage Youngsters
Support Our Veterans Campaign: a unique opportunity to support our local heroes. We are looking for youngsters aged between 8 and 12 to take part in the first official Veterans Day parade on Saturday 28 June starting at 11am. Contact The Gordon Highlanders Museum to get involved and receive a free goodie bag on (01224) 311200 or email education@gordonhighlanders.com
Hide & Seek
A variety of fun arts activities for children. Learn some of the techniques behind the illusions and create your own art work.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday: 15 - 18 July; 10am - 12noon (9 - 12 years) and 1 - 3pm (5 - 8 years); £5 per session or £20 for four mornings or afternoons
To book call WhiteSpace on (01224) 623640.
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
Pop & Fashion
This week long workshop is a chance for young people to design and print their own - fashion workshop clothing and accessories using camouflage as inspiration.
Monday - Friday: August 4 – 8; 10am – 12noon and 1 - 3pm (13 - 16 years); £35
To book call WhiteSpace on (01224) 523640.
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
Camouflage Summer Workshops for Adults
Razzle-Dazzle - painting workshop
Create a striking and dynamic painting inspired by camouflage ships, planes, military vehicles and uniform.
Monday - Friday: July 7 - 11; 10am - 12noon and 1 - 3pm; £58 (concession £48)
To book call WhiteSpace on (01224) 523640.
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
Nature & Concealment - painting workshop
Examine the camouflage techniques employed by Cezanne, Braque, Surrealism and Cubisme to create your own camouflage piece of art.
Monday – Friday: August 11 - 15; 10am - 12noon and 1 - 3pm; £58 (concession £48)
To book call WhiteSpace on (01224) 523640.
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
All workshops are booked through WhiteSpace; 60 Frederick Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5HY; 01224 523640
Visit www.camouflagecity.co.uk to learn more about activities planned.
The Gordon Highlanders Museum is located on, St Luke's, Viewfield Road, Aberdeen, AB15 7XH
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