Budding artists of all ages can get their creative juices flowing this month at free art events at Project 24, Bangor organised by Ards and North Down Borough Council.

Amateur artists are invited to come along to Project 24 on Sunday 24 April 2016 between 12 noon and 4pm to enjoy a relaxed day of drawing and painting.  Bring your own art materials, sketch pads, sketch books and easels or just paint or sketch on your lap.  Why not bring a rug and a picnic and make a day of it!

Local artists Lee Boyd and Duncan Irvine will be on hand to guide you through some drawing and painting techniques, both offering lots of helpful hints and tips.  Choose a landscape, seascape or bring a favourite picture to paint from.  This event is suitable for adults only.

On Saturday 30 April 2016 between 12noon and 4pm the whole family can come along and enjoy an Open Day at Project 24, meeting the artists and makers at their art pods. Make a ceramic bird, try decoupage, have your portrait painted in 20 minutes or just enjoy some painting demonstrations and Artist talks.  There’s lots going on and it promises to be a creative afternoon for all.

Heather Parker, Craft Development Manager with Ards and North Down Borough Council said,

“We are delighted to have some very exciting creative events taking place at Project 24 right through to December this year, starting off with Sketch on a Sunday this Sunday and Open Art the following Saturday.  These events are a great opportunity for everyone to try something creative.  So, come along to Project 24, meet the Artists from the Art Pods, explore your imagination and show your creative flair!”

The free events will take place at Project 24, Queen’s Parade, Bangor on Sunday 24 April and Saturday 30 April.  Booking is not required; events will run from 12noon – 4pm.

For more information on events at Project 24, visit www.project24ni.com.