Packed programme at Clotworthy

From fantastic exhibitions in the Oriel Gallery, to a great selection of craft courses, there’s something for everyone.

Exhibitions – In the Oriel Gallery

Beastly Machines - Kenetic Sculptures by Johnny White, running until November 16

Beastly Machines is a brand new collection of mechanical sculptures by Derbyshire based artist Johnny White.

All of the sculptures include some element of audience participation or intervention, the results can be humorous, engaging and surprising.

Johnny’s artworks are humorous, imaginative, irreverent and often very noisy! Pull handles, turn cranks and push buttons to discover what these automated animals have in store.

From wiggly fishes to a cycling mosquito and a thrush busily battling the rush hour, these sculptures will make you smile, wonder and maybe make you jump!

Lovingly handmade in Johnny’s workshop in Derbyshire, these playful animal automata are often crafted from found or salvaged junk.

The exhibition also has a gaggle of games to play with – test how well you know your mythological creatures or un-jumble the animals.

This promises to be an unmissable exhibition that will capture the imagination of visitors of all ages.

My Generation: The Glory Years of British Rock - Photographs From Top Of The Pops, 1964–1973 by Harry Goodwin, running from November 23 until January 18

Harry Goodwin was resident photographer of the hit BBC music show Top Of The Pops from 1964 – 1973.

His images capture the charisma and style of every chart-topping rock musician of the era, both on stage and behind the scenes.

This display of Goodwin’s work from the BBC’s archive includes iconic images from Jimi Hendrix playing guitar with his teeth to The Rolling Stones in the BBC Canteen.

His shots, whether focusing on the spectacular or every day, have an undeniable authenticity and appeal.

Born in 1924, Harry Goodwin started his photographic career in the RAF during World War II and then went on to work as a renowned press journalist.

He photographed the bands for the pilot of Top Of The Pops and went on over the next 10 years to photograph some of the most famous and successful musicians of all time.

In many cases the original footage of the performances is now lost and these photographs are all that remains of performances by artists including Elton John, Aretha Franklin, Dusty Springfield and The Beach Boys.

This is a Touring Exhibition organised by the Victoria and Albert Museum, London.

Make/Remake: One-Day ‘Upcycling’ Masterclasses

Upcyclying, the practice of converting waste materials into products of greater value, is a philosophy that transforms the way we conceive of waste.

However this is not just for the environmentally conscious, with creativity, imagination and a little bit of help, old items can be transformed into something beautiful, useful and unique.

These Masterclasses provide a taster of what you can do with items you might normally discard. Come to one, or to all four and discover the pleasure that can be found in creating rather than consuming.

Shine A Light: Paper Lampshade Design with tutor Maeve Henry

We’ve all seen those round paper lampshades, but have you ever thought what you could so with them?

This course will show you how to create your own unique design and take home a centrepiece of design fit for any room in your house!

The course will be held on Saturday, November 3 from 11am to 3pm and costs £25.

Trash To Flash Fashion with tutor Kasia Kochanska

Is your wardrobe bulging at the seams with items you don’t wear? Instead of dumping them, or buying something new, why not update with basic sewing skills, embellishments and a bit of imagination. You never know what you’ll go home with!

The course will be held on Saturday, November 17 from 11am to 3pm and costs £25.

Garden Trug Basket Weaving with tutor Clive Lyttle from Welig Crafts

This workshop is open to all levels and abilities but is perfectly suited to weaving beginners. Under the expert guidance of Clive Lyttle of Welig Crafts you will weave and shape your very own basket perfect for all your gardening needs.

The course will be held on Saturday, November 10 from 10am to 4pm and costs £50. All materials and tools provided. Please bring a packed lunch.

Art Workshops for children

Let’s Go Fly A Kite! with tutor Sandra Kerr

This family kite making workshop is a great afternoon out for five to nine year olds and their parents/carers. Sandra will show you how to make your own specially designed kite. You’ll plan it, design it, and make it, and all you’ll have to do after the course if fly it!

All materials are provided and places on this course are strictly limited to 10

The course will be held on Saturday, November 10 from 1pm to 4pm and costs £12 (for 1 adult + 1 child). Each additional adult or child £5 each, booked at same time.

To book your place on any of these course, phone 028 9448 1338, email [email protected] or book in person at Clotworthy House, Antrim Castle Gardens.