Isamu Noguchi exhibition opens

Underground Gallery, Garden Gallery and open air

This summer, Yorkshire Sculpture Park presents a major exhibition of work by Isamu Noguchi, providing the first opportunity for a European audience to experience a large-scale, critical exhibition of this important artist’s work. One of the great artists of the 20th century, Noguchi created a significant and influential body of work from indoor stone carvings, assemblage works and ceramics to works on paper, furniture and landscape architecture.

Sarah Staton exhibition opens

Bothy Gallery and open air

The exhibition includes stacked sculpture, slotted sculpture and pieces fabricated using old and new commercial technologies. Drawings and watercolours included in the show reveal the starting point and process of Staton’s work. The artist has also created site-specific outdoor work; a sculptural space that can be entered, with windows and vistas that play on and emphasise notions of the picturesque.

Sculpture Course

Wood carving with Arthur de Mowbray

For further information, fees or bookings contact YSP education on 01924 830642, education@ysp.co.uk

Dry stone walling course

Traditional dry stone walling by Master Craftsman, Nigel Goody (DSWA).
10am - 4pm / £250 / contact 01924 832528

Summer Holiday Club

As part of Shared Horizon, three days of fun-packed Summer Holiday activities for young people seeking asylum, refugees and migrants. For ages 8-13. Booking required.

10.30-3.30pm / free / contact 01924 832540

Sunrise in the Skyspace

Experience James Turrell’s stunning artwork at its best at sunrise; a captivating time, as the first dawn light illuminates the chamber. Celebrate the changing seasons with this unique and exclusive opportunity, followed by a delicious breakfast and fresh coffee in the YSP restaurant. For further details please call 01924 832508 or email nina.wrigglesworth@ysp.co.uk

Wool ‘n’ Dance workshops

Create a giant felt rug by dancing and moving. Music, knitting, felting, spinning, weaving and dance workshops, with artist Sue Russell.

10-4pm / free /drop-in

Knitting Workshop

Join the knitting revolution on 1 September from 11-3pm in the unique surroundings of Winter and Hörbelt’s Cratehouse for Castleford.

Bring your own knitting
Learn how to knit
Bring a cake to share

Contact Emma Goodway, Castleford Heritage Trust 01977 556741

Friends of YSP visit to the Lake District

9-7.30pm, £21.50
Visit the beautiful Abbot Hall Art Gallery, with a major presentation of Ben Nicholson’s exquisite paintings, then explore Blackwell, a magical place designed by renowned Arts and Craft architect Bailey Scott, commanding spectacular views of the Lake District from beautiful garden terraces.

See Friends event for further details

Sculpture Course

Stone Carving with Marcia Bennett-Male

For further information, fees or bookings contact YSP education on 01924 830642, education@ysp.co.uk

Heritage Open Day

Free heritage tour to discover the fascinating history that has defined the YSP landscape.

1+3pm / free /contact 01924 832541

MANASAMITRA

Vibrant Asian music performances by Rupinder Panesar and Sanju Sahai.

2pm / free /drop-in.

Light Sculpture Workshop

Join YSP artists to create your own lantern inspired by Noguchi’s Akari light sculptures.

10.30-4pm / £5 per lantern / contact 01924 832505

The Big Draw activities

Celebrate the National Big Draw Campaign with YSP artists and educators: take a tour of the current YSP exhibitions and create your very own exhibition.

Free /contact 01924 832528

Sunrise in the Skyspace

Experience James Turrell’s stunning artwork at its best at sunrise; a captivating time, as the first dawn light illuminates the chamber. Celebrate the changing seasons with this unique and exclusive opportunity, followed by a delicious breakfast and fresh coffee in the YSP restaurant. For further details please call 01924 832508 or email nina.wrigglesworth@ysp.co.uk

Manasamitra: Diwali

A grand celebration of light, sound and colour celebrating Diwali 2008. Music and dance workshops in the Auditorium and concert by world-class percussionist Pete Lockett.
12pm / free /drop-in / contact 01924 832528 for further details.

Calligraphy workshop

Practice the fascinating, ancient art of calligraphy with Japanese artist Yoko Takenami. Inspired by Isamu Noguchi at YSP.

11-3.30pm / £45 / contact  01924 832528

MADE: Contemporary Craft and Design

YSP's dedicated craft and design exhibition opens from 10am.

Craft Workshop

Join artist Lauren Van Helmond, and learn the techniques involved in making her quirky characters using wire and recycled materials.

10.30am - 3pm / £40 / contact 01924 832527

Sunrise in the Skyspace

Experience James Turrell’s stunning artwork at its best at sunrise; a captivating time, as the first dawn light illuminates the chamber. Celebrate the changing seasons with this unique and exclusive opportunity, followed by a delicious breakfast and fresh coffee in the YSP restaurant. For further details please call 01924 832508 or email nina.wrigglesworth@ysp.co.uk

Sunrise in the Skyspace

Experience James Turrell’s stunning artwork at its best at sunrise; a captivating time, as the first dawn light illuminates the chamber. Celebrate the changing seasons with this unique and exclusive opportunity, followed by a delicious breakfast and fresh coffee in the YSP restaurant. For further details please call 01924 832508 or email nina.wrigglesworth@ysp.co.uk

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