Art School (in a book)

An exciting introduction to the world of contemporary art for young creatives from the makers of hit podcast Talk Art, actor Russell Tovey and gallerist Robert Diament.

A virtual gallery where you can see the most exciting contemporary artists of today, as well as some of the greatest from the twentieth century, including Henri Matisse, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Frida Kahlo.

And who are the visionaries, the icons, the ones to watch now? With works by Tracey Emin, Antony Gormley and Roy Lichtenstein, study the art of 20 key artists working today, find out what inspires them, how they work, and the meaning behind their art.

Russell and Robert first children book where they guide you to discover the artist within you, with tips on new ways of seeing and reacting to the world around you and guidance on how you can develop your own creativity.

To celebrate the release of Art School (in a book), children aged 9+ and their families are invited to see artwork at the Courtauld in a whole new light this February half term.

Courtauld family programme is presenting Art School… in a trail! a free spotter trail from Kids in Museums and Hachette. Enjoy a traditional museum and gallery spotter trail with a fun twist – each stop unlocks a creative mission designed to help you look at and chat about the artwork in the museum collections in fun new ways. Complete the activity sheet to receive your Art School sticker!

Trails are available to pick up from the entrance hall from 10:00 to 17:00 Monday 16 Feb - 20 Feb inclusive. (you can also collect trails from our ticket desk on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 February).

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