Featured Events in Gateshead in June 2024 (May Updated)

Experience the creativity of the Baltic Shop Creates workshop: Terrazzo Trinket Tray. Taking place on Saturday, 1st June at the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead, this hands-on session, led by Kay Carter, offers the opportunity to craft a personalized trinket tray in a vibrant terrazzo design. The finished tray, measuring approximately 18 x 9 x 1.5cm, is perfect for storing jewelry, trinkets, and stationery. Participants, aged 12 and above, will leave with their unique creation on the day. Kay Carter, a designer specializing in sustainable, handmade homewares, will guide attendees through the creative process. Tickets are priced at £40 per person, with refreshments provided. For those with dietary requirements or allergies, please notify ahead of time. The workshop aims to be inclusive and accessible to all; for any accessibility queries or requests, email myexperience@balticmill.com. Get ready for a day of artistic expression and hands-on crafting at the Baltic Shop Creates: Terrazzo Trinket Tray event.

Experience the art of woodblock printing with artist and printmaker Shiori Naruse at the Baltic Shop Creates event. Taking place on Saturday, 8th June 2024, at the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead, this workshop from 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm offers a hands-on introduction to the intricate process of woodblock printing. For a fee of £65 per person, participants will delve into the world of printmaking under the guidance of Shiori Naruse, the founder of Naruse Design. Whether you are a beginner or seeking to expand your printmaking skills, this workshop is designed to cater to all levels of experience. From designing your image and transferring it onto the woodblock to carving the design using specialized tools and hand-printing the final product, this immersive workshop promises a comprehensive learning experience. Shiori Naruse's work, which seamlessly blends traditional techniques with modern influences drawn from nature, will inspire and guide participants throughout the session. Suitable for individuals aged 12 and above, this event also offers refreshments, with dietary accommodations available upon request. For those with accessibility needs, please reach out to myexperience@balticmill.com to ensure a seamless and inclusive experience. Prior to attending, familiarize yourself with the venue's facilities and accessibility options at the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead.

Discover the art of crafting your very own block geometric print origami bag at the Baltic Shop Creates: Origami Bag event in Gateshead. Taking place at the prestigious BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art on South Shore Road, this workshop will be led by renowned textile designer, Amy Trainor, founder of Kaleidoscope Textiles. For a fee of £50 per person, attendees will have the opportunity to create a stylish tote bag using high-quality, vibrant fabrics under Amy's expert guidance. The workshop is suitable for beginners and experienced sewers alike, with all materials and equipment provided on the day. From mastering sewing machine basics to assembling the bag using an origami technique, participants will leave with a unique accessory that reflects their creativity. Don't miss this chance to learn new skills and walk away with a one-of-a-kind bag designed by you. The event is scheduled for June 15, 2024, from 1pm to 4pm and is open to individuals aged 12 and above. Accessibility inquiries can be directed to myexperience@balticmill.com.

Hannah Perry works across installation, sculpture, film and printmaking. Perry continuously generates and manipulates materials to develop an often candid, and personal exploration of mental and emotional health in our contemporary, hyper-networked society. This exhibition will consider the intersection of industry, class, gender and labour. The psychologically-charged installation will use materials, from sheet metal to car lacquer, body wrap and hydraulics, that are often associated with manual occupations in manufacturing and industry. Drawing on the artist’s personal history growing up in a working-class family in the north of England, the new commission explores shifting cultural and social values, shaped by the economic forces of capitalism and their effects on mental and emotional health. Capturing the nuances of inter-generational and gendered ideas of labour, in a context of struggle, economic instability, uncertainty and precariousness, the artwork reflects on the artist’s own personal experience –steel, hydraulics, and shock absorbers, are choreographed to resemble a pelvis during labour. The work captures the force, violence, struggle, shock and trauma of the transition and its brutal, constrained power.

Hannah Perry works across installation, sculpture, film and printmaking. Perry continuously generates and manipulates materials to develop an often candid, and personal exploration of mental and emotional health in our contemporary, hyper-networked society. This exhibition will consider the intersection of industry, class, gender and labour. The psychologically-charged installation will use materials, from sheet metal to car lacquer, body wrap and hydraulics, that are often associated with manual occupations in manufacturing and industry. Drawing on the artist’s personal history growing up in a working-class family in the north of England, the new commission explores shifting cultural and social values, shaped by the economic forces of capitalism and their effects on mental and emotional health. Capturing the nuances of inter-generational and gendered ideas of labour, in a context of struggle, economic instability, uncertainty and precariousness, the artwork reflects on the artist’s own personal experience –steel, hydraulics, and shock absorbers, are choreographed to resemble a pelvis during labour. The work captures the force, violence, struggle, shock and trauma of the transition and its brutal, constrained power.

Hannah Perry works across installation, sculpture, film and printmaking. Perry continuously generates and manipulates materials to develop an often candid, and personal exploration of mental and emotional health in our contemporary, hyper-networked society. This exhibition will consider the intersection of industry, class, gender and labour. The psychologically-charged installation will use materials, from sheet metal to car lacquer, body wrap and hydraulics, that are often associated with manual occupations in manufacturing and industry. Drawing on the artist’s personal history growing up in a working-class family in the north of England, the new commission explores shifting cultural and social values, shaped by the economic forces of capitalism and their effects on mental and emotional health. Capturing the nuances of inter-generational and gendered ideas of labour, in a context of struggle, economic instability, uncertainty and precariousness, the artwork reflects on the artist’s own personal experience –steel, hydraulics, and shock absorbers, are choreographed to resemble a pelvis during labour. The work captures the force, violence, struggle, shock and trauma of the transition and its brutal, constrained power.

Discover the intricacies of the risograph printing technique at the Baltic Shop's upcoming event, "Baltic Shop Creates: Risograph Printing Summer Postcard Set." Taking place on Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 1 pm to 4 pm at the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead, this workshop offers a hands-on experience for £45 per person. Risograph printing is a favored method among artists and designers for its unique stencil printing process, resulting in colorful and layered prints. Delve into this computer-free session to grasp the fundamentals of risograph printing and unleash your creativity by designing your own 2-colour postcards. Led by Foundation Press, experts with a decade of experience in risograph printing and art education, participants will have the opportunity to produce up to four distinct designs, with 10 prints of each postcard. All necessary materials, including collage and drawing tools, will be provided. Extra prints can be made with an additional contribution towards materials. Refreshments will be available, and dietary preferences or allergies can be accommodated upon notification. Suitable for individuals aged 12 and above, this event aims to ensure inclusivity and accessibility for all attendees. For any accessibility inquiries, please contact myexperience@balticmill.com. Get ready to unleash your creativity and experience the art of risograph printing in a welcoming and engaging environment.