Saturday Archaeological Illustration Club
7 June 2025 - 7 June 2025
10:00AM - 2:00PM
Museum of Archaeology, Palace Green Library, Palace Green, Durham DH1 3RN
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£5 cash
Join the Saturday Archaeological Illustration Club to develop your skills in archaeological illustration. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned illustrator, these sessions offer a chance to refine your technique, interact with real artefacts, and engage with the archaeology community in a relaxed, informal environment.
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Archaeological illustration in action
Led by Mark Hoyle, a renowned archaeological illustrator, each session offers expert guidance and hands-on experience with artefacts from the Museum of Archaeology’s collection. Mark brings a wealth of experience and will help you build your archaeological illustration skills, whatever your level.
At the next session, we’ll be focusing on flint artefacts. This is an opportunity to explore their shapes, textures, and details through drawing. If you would prefer to keep working on pottery, coins, or decorative horse harness fittings from the Piercebridge River Assemblage, you’re very welcome to do so, with Mark on hand to support you.
No booking required, simply drop in, pay £5 cash, and join in!
The atmosphere is informal and welcoming. There’s no pressure to create a perfect drawing or attend every session—just come along and enjoy the experience.
What to Expect
- Expert guidance from Mark Hoyle (www.markhoyle.com)
- Hands-on illustration using real archaeological artefacts
- Suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to professionals
- Informal and friendly atmosphere
- No booking required—just drop in!
- Children aged 5 and over are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. These sessions are aimed at those with an interest in creating detailed archaeological drawings.