Impressions Gallery

This August we are bringing the ‘wild’ inside with our magical indoor Forest.


Free event.
Drop in.

Make fairies come to life in our Cottingley Fairy workshop, you are invited (whatever your age) to come in your best fairy
or elf outfits.

At 3.30pm Suzie Collinge from the National Media Museum will be giving a talk  about The Mystery of the Cottingley Fairies;
 listen to the famous story of how two young girls baffled the world with their fairy photographs.

Free event
Drop in

Are you a budding artist filmmaker? Get expert advice and feedback at these special Sounding Board sessions dedicated to the art of the moving image.

Sessions are free (£10 refundable deposit)
Booking is essential as there are a limited number of places.

Come and meet artist and film maker Ben Rivers for a summer celebration of his exhibition.

Ben will be giving a talk about his work at 2.00pm, followed by Pimms and summer refreshments.

Free event.
Booking recommended.

Wander into the wilderness for the first of our relaxed evenings of short film and video, and explore spaces and stories at the edges of nature.

Doors 6.00pm, films start from 6.30pm.
£3.00

Bring the family to this fun filled day of creative activities, make creepy crawly mini beasts and hide them in the Forest.

Free event.
Drop in.

To celebrate our third anniversary in Bradford we are having a Birthday Party. Join us for a fun filled afternoon and explore our magical indoor forest.

Join us for a launch of photographer Tessa Bunney's new book Home Work, exploring ‘craft’ villages in and around Hanoi, Vietnam.

Tessa Bunney will discuss a selection of her photographs from the series and talk about the making of the work. There will also be an opportunity to ask Tessa questions and a book signing.


Refreshments will be available.

Free event.
Booking advised.

Join us at this practical introduction to 16mm camera-less filmmaking and create a handmade film and soundtrack.

This leisurely afternoon workshop led by experimental film collective OKO, will show that film can be immediate, accessible and fun!

This session is free and suitable for all ages and abilities. 
Feel free to drop by for half an hour, or stay for the whole afternoon.

Relax at our regular get together and enjoy a friendly, social morning in our Studio space overlooking Centenary Square, with a good cuppa and a free slice of homemade cake.

Especially for over 55’s, free event.
Drop in.

Join us for a Lazy Sunday of stalls, workshops and overall DIY loveliness, followed by an evening of food and entertainment at the 1in12 Club. Organised by Impressions in association with Bradford's Claptrap Zine Collective.

Free event.
Drop in.

Daytrippers Bradford is a series of three daytime art events happening in the City Centre in June, August and October 2010.  Experience the sights and sounds of the city and discover the range of fantastic free daytime talks, tours and art activities on offer.

Free event
Drop in or meet at the Tourist Information pick up point.

Don't miss this chance to hear British Indian photographer Max Kandhola talk about his work in the exhibition Flatland: A Landscape of Punjab, and join in the question and answer session afterwards. Kandhola will discuss the thinking and the process behind the making of the work.

This event is planned so you can also attend Archive Connections with Max Kandhola at the National Media Museum shortly before between 3.30pm and 5.30pm.

Free event.
Booking recommended.

Go behind the scenes with this amazing chance to see rare original photographs from the National Media Museum archive, selected by Max Kandhola.

This event is planned so you can also attend the Artist Talk with Max Kandhola at Impressions Gallery shortly afterwards at 6.30pm.



Free, event takes place at National Media Museum.
Limited places available so booking is essential.

Join Impressions for a Lazy Sunday at Bradford Mela 2010 in Peel Park for a free celebration of the creativity, cultures and communities of the Bradford district.

Find us in the the Bcreative marquee where you can share your experience of Mela by uploading images from your digital camera or mobile phone onto our big screen – with special prizes for the best photographs entered.

Free event.
Drop in.

Join us for free arts crafts and storytelling at these special Family Fun Days packed with creative activities for children inspired by our current exhibition Flatland: A Landscape of Punjab by Max Kandhola.

Free event.
Drop in.
In association with National Family Week

AIRTIME Supporting artists' practice through information and networking.

Develop networks and collaborations, locate like-minded artists and get timely advice from other artists and experts at this event, open to practising visual and applied artists in Yorkshire. Event organised by a-n The Artists Information Company on behalf of AIR: Artists' Interaction and Representation, in partnership with Impressions Gallery and DACS.

Free event.
Pre-booking is essential as places are limited.

Impressions have teamed up with the Bradford zine Claptrap to host a musical twist at one of our regular Thursday Late events. Come and join us for a loosely folk-based evening full of diverse, interesting and great music.

Free event.
Drop in.

Do you ever feel inspired to be creative but don’t have all the equipment and the space to really get stuck in? If so then why not come down to Impressions for Lazy Sunday and get hands on with a range of free drawing activities and workshops.

Free event.
Drop in.

Relax at our regular get together in the Studio overlooking Centenary Square and enjoy a friendly chat, a good cuppa and a free slice of homemade cake.

Free event, especially for the over 55's.
Drop in.

Join us for an artist reception and book signing with British Indian photographer Max Kandhola on the occasion of his exhibition Flatland: A Landscape of Punjab.

Flatland explores memory, migration and Sikh diaspora through large-scale colour photographs of Punjab’s many rivers and uncharted villages.

Free event.
Booking advised.

Come along to our special event just for families and be the first to see our new exhibition!

Join us for free arts and craft activities at this family friendly preview of our new exhibition Flatland: A Landscape of Punjab by Max Kandhola.

All are welcome to pop in on the day but booking is advised

Bring your camera out of hibernation for this Lazy Sunday in association with Exposure Leeds and explore Bradford, socialise, share and have fun.

Get hands on with a series of interactive photography sessions, including guided photo-walks, a creative workshop plus the opportunity to bring along your work and get feedback on your pictures. All are welcome to pop along and see what's happening; join us for a cup of tea and enjoy a Lazy Sunday at Impressions Gallery.

Free event.
Booking advised for walks and workshop.

Join us for an evening of film screenings and talks to support our exhibition not Natasha, discussing sex trafficking from a national, regional and global perspective.

Speakers include Diana Wallis MEP for Yorkshire and Humberside; Professor Gary Craig, who has extensive knowledge of social justice and slavery issues; Ruth Beni, Director of powerful short film Two Little Girls and Emma Boyd from Autograph ABP.

Free event.
Booking advised.

Don't miss this chance to hear award-winning photographer Dana Popa talk about her work in the exhibition not Natasha and join in the question and answer session afterwards. Popa will discuss the thinking and the process behind the making of the work.

Free event.
Booking recommended.

At this special event writer, lecturer and photographer Stephen Bull will be launching his new book Photography and talking about the nature and culture of photography in the second decade of the 21st Century.

Free event.
Booking advised.

Join us for an artist reception and book signing with award winning photographer Dana Popa on the occasion of her exhibition not Natasha, presented by Impressions Gallery in partnership with Autograph ABP.

Free event.
Drop in.

96% of the Universe is missing - find out why at this free event inspired by our exhibition Subterrania by Fiona Crisp. Subterrania includes two new large scale photographs made at a working potash mine, that also houses a laboratory dedicated to the search for 'Dark Matter'.

This special event at Impressions Gallery will be a rare opportunity to learn more about astronomy, the Universe and Dark Matter, with one of the UK's leading researchers, Dr Sean Paling, Lecturer and Senior Research Associate in Particle Astrophysics, 

All are welcome (no prior physics, astronomy or science knowledge needed).

Free event.
Booking advised.

Chill out at our Tuesday lunchtime meditation sessions led by Bradford Meditation Centre.  Stay on to see the exhibition and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

Tuesday 12, 19 January 2010

Pop along to one session or feel free to attend all. All sessions take place in the Studio from 12.30pm to 1.15pm

Free event
Booking advised

Don't miss this chance to hear Fiona Crisp talk about her work in the exhibition Subterrania and join in the question and answer session afterwards. Crisp will discuss the thinking behind her choice of locations, her fascination with underground spaces, and the process behind the making of the work.

Free event.
Booking recommended.

Get connected at these regular informal meetings for photographers to socialise and swap feedback in a friendly supportive setting.

At 6.00pm Kate Abbey will talk about her work as a successful advertising, fashion and lifestyle photographer.

Free event.
Places are limited so booking is essential.

Chill out at our Tuesday lunchtime meditation sessions led by Bradford Meditation Centre.  Stay on to see the exhibition and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

Tuesday 12 January 2009
Tuesday 19 January 2009

Free event
Booking advised

Come in from the cold on Lazy Sunday, with a wide selection of stalls selling gorgeous crafts and accessories created by regional makers at our Vintage & Craft Festive Fair. The House of Rose & Brown vintage boutique will also be in residence selling a selection of beautiful things from every era.

You can also enjoy Bradford's German Christmas Market immediately outside in Centenary Square.

Free event.
Drop in.

Relax at our regular get together in the Studio overlooking Centenary Square and enjoy a friendly chat, a good cuppa and a free slice of homemade cake.

Free event.
Drop in.

Join us at this special Christmas event for collecting photography and get an exclusive chance to browse the latest limited edition photographs in our imPRINT series, a covetable collection of signed works by artists who’ve recently exhibited at Impressions.

At 7pm guest speaker Laura Noble, a recognised collecting expert, will offer insights and inspiration, guiding you through the dos and don'ts of buying contemporary photography.

Free event.
Drop in.
Please note booking is advised for the talk at 7pm as places are limited.

Lounge around at the first of our regular Lazy Sunday events and enjoy a light-hearted afternoon of all things apocalyptic, in association with OK Comics.

Inspired by our exhibition The Last Things, Journalist Michael Molcher and editor of zine The End is Nigh, will take an informed yet satirical look at the end of the world in his free illustrated talk at 2pm. Throughout the afternoon like-minded comic fans will be able to browse a selection of doomsaying comic books, exchange ideas and draw away on our paper covered tables fuelled by hot tea and cake. Pro comic book artist Leigh Gallagher will also be on on hand to trouble shoot any illustration irritations.

Free event.
Drop in.

Unwind after work with a free glass of wine or juice at our evening exhibition viewing.

FREE event.
Drop in.

Get expert advice at our regular portfolio review sessions.  Impressions Director Anne McNeill and Senior Programme Manager Pippa Oldfield  will give you feedback on your work.

FREE (£10 refundable deposit).
Booking essential.

Get hands on at this workshop exploring self-publishing. Recent developments in technology and online publishing have led to new opportunities for photographers, and this workshop led by Liz Lock and Mishka Henner will illuminate the different ways of self-publishing, their limitations and benefits, and the all-important issue of how to distribute your work once it is in print.

Part of the Photography Book Fair Weekend.

Booking advised as places are limited
£5 / £4 concessions.

Discover hard to find publications from across the UK at our special weekend devoted to independent publishing and the art form of the photo-book.

The Book Fair will offer a hand-picked selection of publications by photographers from across the UK. These creative and independently-published books will be available to buy and are not available in the high street!

Free event.
Drop in.

The use of photography within artist's books is revealed in this talk by artist and publisher, John McDowall.

Part of the Photography Book Fair Weekend.

Booking advised as places are limited.
£3 / £2 concessions.

A rare insight into the world of publishing is offered by Dewi Lewis, one of the world's leading photographic publishers, and David Moore, a widely exhibited and published photographer, who will discuss their work on the publication The Last Things. The event will be followed by a Book Signing with David Moore and Drinks Reception.

Part of the Photography Book Fair Weekend.

Booking advised as places are limited.
£3 / £2 concessions.

Don't miss international filmmaker and photographer Ingrid Pollard at this special Artist talk and film screening of her latest short film My Father's Hands.

Part of Black History Month.

Booking advised.
Tickets £3 payable on the door.

Relax at our regular get together in the Studio overlooking Centenary Square and enjoy a friendly chat, a good cuppa and a free slice of homemade cake.

Especially for over 55’s.

Free event.
Drop in.

Get connected at these regular informal meetings for photographers to socialise in a supportive setting, with speaker Tim Smith.

FREE. Places are limited so booking is essential.

Don't miss this chance to hear David Moore talk about his work and join in the question and answer session afterwards. We expect this to be a popular event, so book early to avoid disappointment.

Free event.
Booking recommended.

You're invited to our Beach Party to celebrate the second birthday of our new gallery in Bradford. Come down to play in the sand and enjoy creative activities for adults and children, plus seaside themed refreshments.

Free event
Drop in

This August Bank Holiday we are bringing The Beach to Bradford!

If you can’t make it to the coast come down and play in the sand at The Beach. We are transforming our Studio space overlooking Centenary Square into a seaside destination with fun and creative activities for adults and children.

FREE event
Drop in

Relax in the Studio overlooking Centenary Square and enjoy a friendly chat, a good cuppa and a free slice of homemade cake.

Especially for over 55’s.

Free event. Drop in.

Unwind after work with a free glass of wine or juice at our evening exhibition viewing. There’s no lecture – just bring a friend and relax.

At 6.30pm there will also be an informal five-minute introduction to our current exhibition Front by Trish Morrissey.

FREE event. Drop in.

Looking for something to enjoy with the kids during the summer holidays?

Join in the fun at our beach themed Family Fun Days; create your own postcard, make an underwater seascape or try your hand at a spot of creative writing. There will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Free
Drop in event

Chill out at our Tuesday lunchtime meditation sessions led by Bradford Meditation Centre. All sessions take place in the Studio from 12.30pm to 1.15pm

Tuesday 30 June 2009
Tuesday 14 and 21 July 2009
Tuesday 18 August 2009

Pop along to one session or feel free to attend all.

Free event
Booking advised

Artist Trish Morrissey in conversation with curator Anne McNeill.

Part of the RPS lecture series Staging Manipulation and Photographic Truth.

Free. Booking recommended.

Get expert advice at our regular portfolio review sessions. Artist Trish Morrissey and Impressions Director Anne McNeill will give you feedback on your work.

FREE (£10 refundable deposit).
Booking essential.

***Only a few places remaining, booking closes 12pm Friday 10 July***

Take the chance to improve your skills in digital photography with professional photographer Steve Rayner. This course of workshops will explore different ways of interpreting a different theme each week, including sessions on portraiture, landscapes and cityscapes.

Suitable for all levels, 16+
Course fee £95

Get connected at this informal meeting for photographers to socialise and swap feedback in a friendly setting. Renowned Bradford based photographer Ian Beesley will be discussing his work.

FREE. Booking essential.

Join us for an informal discussion of Lost in Transit with artists Jill Cole, Isabella Wood, John Cuttriss and others. Enjoy a tour of the exhibition and gain an insight into the ideas behind the work. Led by Paul Herrmann, Director of Redeye.

Free event
Booking recomended

Join us for a Gallery tour and introduction to the exhibition at our regular get-together, with free tea and biccies.

Especially for over 55’s.

Free.  Drop in.

Don't miss this chance to hear artist Margareta Kern talk about her work and join in the question and answer session afterwards.  We expect this to be a very popular event, so book early to avoid disappointment.

Free. Booking recommended.

Get connected at this informal meeting for photographers to socialise and swap feedback in a friendly setting.

Denise Fahmy, Media Officer, from Arts Council England, Yorkshire will be talking about how to apply for project funding.

FREE. Booking essential.

Yorkshire Photography Network is a collaboration between Impressions, Fabric, Redeye and the National Media Museum.

Get to grips with your digital SLR camera with the help of professional photographer Steve Rayner.

£25 per place.  Booking essential.

Join us for an evening of music, fashion, and fun.

Using the themes within Margareta Kern’s work, Bradford College of Arts and Media BA (Hons) Fashion students have designed their own To Die For outfit, which explores the idea of creating the ultimate ensemble for an important event.

Free
Drop in

Impressions Gallery hosts the second Dead Threads competition brought to you by Saltaire vintage boutique, The House of Rose & Brown.

The challenge is to resurrect / reconstruct / refashion clothing which is no longer fit to wear, transforming it into imaginative, wearable fashion.  Join us at this drop-in workshop and take the chance to customise your old clothing or start your competition entry.  Sewing experience is not essential as help will be on hand.

Free.  Drop-in with your old clothes!

Unwind after work at our evening exhibition viewing.

Free.  Drop in.

World Pinhole Photography Day

Ever wondered how a pinhole camera works? Get back to basics on World Pinhole Photography Day. We’ll show you how to make your own pinhole camera, then put it to the test.

£25 per place.  Booking essential.

Chill out at our Tuesday lunchtime meditation sessions led by Bradford Meditation Centre.  Stay on to see the exhibition and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

Tuesday 31st March
Tuesday 21st and 28th April
Tuesday 5th, 12th and 19th May

Please note there will be no meditation session on Tuesday 7th April or Tuesday 14th April.

Free event.
Booking advised.

Looking for something to enjoy with the kids during the Easter holidays? 

Come and join in the fun at our Family Fun Days; design your perfect outfit and explore the gallery. There will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Free.
Drop in.

Go on an adventure with the help of our gallery explorer rucksacks. With a gallery trail, coloured pencils, and clues, explore the gallery to see what you can find.

Suitable for under 12’s.

FREE.  (£5 returnable deposit).  Drop in.

Unwind after work at our late night exhibition viewing. There’s no lecture – just bring a friend, take a complimentary glass of wine or juice into the gallery and start chatting. At 7pm there will be an informal five-minute introduction to the exhibition.

FREE. Drop in.

Come and join us for a Gallery tour and introduction to the exhibition. Meet the team and chat about photography at our regular get-together, with free tea and biccies.

Especially for over 55’s.

FREE.
Drop in.

Get connected at this informal meeting for photographers to socialise and swap feedback in a friendly setting.

FREE.
Booking essential.

Ever wanted to exhibit your photographs? Shirley Read, author of new publication Exhibiting Photography, will be offering advice on planning an exhibition, issues of using the space, framing, hanging and presentation. We expect this event to be popular so book early!

£3. Booking strongly advised.

Chill out at our Tuesday lunchtime meditation sessions led by Bradford Meditation Centre.  Stay on to see the exhibition and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

Tuesday 20 and 27 January
Tuesday 3, 10 and 24 February
Tuesday 3 and 17 March

Please note there is no session on 17 February or 10 March.

Free event.
Booking advised.

Looking for something to enjoy with the kids during half term?  Join in the fun at our Family Fun Day.  From gallery explorer activities to storytelling there will be something for everyone.

Free event.
Drop in.

Join the Jerwood Award Winners 2008 at this symposium designed especially for MA students and recent graduates.

£10 per place. Booking essential.
Bring a packed lunch - drinks provided.

Get to grips with your SLR digital camera with the help of professional photographer Steve Raynor. This practical, easy to understand workshop will help you through the jargon and give you creative control over your camera.

£25 per place. Booking essential.

Learn more about your shiny new digital camera at this relaxed hands-on workshop, led by professional photographer Steve Rayner.

£25 per place.  Booking essential.

Get connected and swap feedback at our regular informal meeting for photographers and people interested in photography.

FREE event.
This event is now fully booked.   Watch this space for future meetings.

Come and join us for a Gallery tour and introduction to the exhibition. Meet the team and chat about photography at our regular get-together, with free tea, coffee and mince pies.

Especially for over 55’s.

FREE.
Drop in.

An illustrated talk and book launch with photographer Tim Smith. Be the first to hear him talk about his new book Coal, Frankincense and Myrrh: Yemen and British Yemeni published by Dewi Lewis Publishing.

FREE event.
Drop in.

An incredible opportunity to hear internationally acclaimed artists Adam Broomberg and Oliver Chanarin talk about their work.

FREE event.
Booking advised

De-stress at a lunchtime meditation session in our Studio led by Bradford Meditation Centre. Feel free to stay on to see the exhibition Composure and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

You are welcome to attend all weekly sessions or just come along to one or more.

Please note there is no session on Tuesday 4 November.

Free event.
Booking advised.

Don't miss Joy Gregory at this special Artist Talk. Presented by Redeye in association with Impressions Gallery.

Tickets £3 payable on the door.

NOW FULLY BOOKED

Calling all aspiring film makers!

Join film maker Sarabjit Kohli to make your own single-shot short film. Using the exhibition Composure as inspiration, you’ll film, edit and add sound, using state of the art equipment from Lumen.

Workshop dates and times

Tuesday 28 October - 12pm noon to 3pm
Wednesday 29 October - 12pm noon to 3pm
Thursday 30 October - 12pm noon to 3pm

Invite your friends and family to view the screenings at the end of the workshop, screenings 3.30pm to 4pm on each day.

Booking essential
£10 per place (max 12 places available).

Go on a treasure hunt with a difference. Using your mobile or digital camera, you'll help to explore hidden Bradford by following our clues, creating your own photographic responses and uploading them on our Flickr group site.

Will you impress the judges - Simon Waites, Assistant Editor (Pictures), Telegraph and Argus; Andy Wade, Multi-Media Manager at Orange UK and Sarah Read, Acting Director of Impressions Gallery - and win a prize?

It's our first birthday in our new home in Bradford - we'd like you to join our party!

Join in the fun with a day of party celebrations for everyone, including storytelling by Alec Williams, an interactive 'Gallery of the Future' activity, birthday cake and the announcement of the Bradford Big Picture Hunt lucky prizewinners.

FREE event.
Drop in.

Get chatting at the first of our regular meetings of the new Yorkshire Photography Network in association with Redeye and Fabric. Meet other photographers and swap feedback in a friendly setting. Greg Hobson, Curator of Photography at the National Media Museum, will give a talk followed by refreshments.

FREE.
Booking essential.

Come and join us for a Gallery tour and introduction to the exhibition.

Specially for over 55’s.

FREE. Drop in.

Create your own shadows and shapes using projections and explore what happens when you draw with light at our fun workshop.

Workshop takes place in the Studio.

Part of the Big Draw Weekend.

FREE.
Drop in.

Have your say as Katy Woods talks about the making of her film Twin Piers, Whitby featured in the exhibition Composure, with plenty of time for your questions.

FREE event.
Drop-in.

An amazing opportunity to hear Los Angeles-based Gerry Fialka, Director of the PXL THIS film festival, introduce a screening of artist films made using the legendary Fisher-Price PXL 2000 toy video camera.

FREE event.
Booking essential.

Small Worlds is an interactive installation combining live performance, music and digital projection that takes you on your own personal journey through a series of self-contained sensory rooms. Uncover the mysteries surrounding coincidence, the universe, and worlds within worlds! Small Worlds is for young audiences aged 12 to 18 years old, but will be enjoyed by all ages.
 
For booking details and more information, go to  www.slunglow.org or email boxoffice@slunglow.org

In association with Fuse Theatre (previously Merseyside Young People’s Theatre) and Liverpool, European Capital of Culture 2008.

Explore your creative side and take part in our fun activities bringing out the artist in you.

Storyteller Alec Williams will be with us from 2pm to 3pm for tall tales of summer festivals and celebrations.

Suitable for under 12s accompanied by an adult.  
FREE event

Explore your creative side and take part in our fun activities bringing out the artist in you.

Storyteller Alec Williams will be with us from 2pm to 3pm for tall tales of summer festivals and celebrations.

Suitable for under 12s accompanied by an adult.
FREE event

Explore your creative side and take part in our fun activities bringing out the artist in you.

Storyteller Alec Williams will be with us from 2pm to 3pm for tall tales of summer festivals and celebrations.

Suitable for under 12s accompanied by an adult.
FREE event

De-stress at a lunchtime meditation session in our Studio led by Bradford Meditation Centre. Feel free to stay on to see the exhibition Cockroach Diary & other stories and enjoy complimentary refreshments.


Free event.
Booking advised.

Another chance to see rare original photographs from the National Media Museum archive. Curator of Photographs Greg Hobson will be on hand with expert knowledge. 

FREE. Booking essential.
Event takes place at the National Media Museum, Bradford

Go on a journey through the gallery - find the photographs and solve the puzzles! 
 
Each backpack contains gallery trails, colouring pencils, puzzle sheets, and artwork to make and take home to remind you of your visit.

Suitable for under 12s accompanied by an adult.
FREE (£5 Deposit). Drop in.

Be a VIP at our activity sessions specially designed for the requirements of your community or youth group, at a date to suit you. We welcome all ages and abilities.

FREE.
Booking essential

Explore your creative side and take part in our fun activities bringing out the artist in you.

Storyteller Alec Williams will be with us from 2pm to 3pm for tall tales of summer festivals and celebrations.

Suitable for under 12s accompanied by an adult.
FREE event

Have your say as Anna Fox talks about her work in the exhibition Cockroach Diary and other stories, with plenty of time for your questions.

FREE admission.
Drop in.

Go behind the scenes with this amazing chance to see rare original photographs from the National Media Museum archive, selected by Anna Fox. This event is planned so you can attend the Artist Talk at Impressions afterwards.

FREE. Limited places available so booking is essential.
EVENT TAKES PLACE AT THE NATIONAL MEDIA MUSEUM

Take a break from the modern world...

In celebration of Résidence Astral, Impressions and Saltaire’s vintage boutique, The House of Rose & Brown invite you to delight your senses with a trip into past eras at our Vintage Summer Fête

De-stress at a lunchtime meditation session led by Bradford Meditation Centre. Feel free to stay on to see the exhibition Résidence Astral and enjoy complimentary refreshments.


Free event.
Booking advised.

Get expert advice at one of our regular portfolio review sessions. Photographer Marjolaine Ryley and a member of Impressions will give feedback on your work.

Booking essential
£10 (deposit only)

Have your say as featured photographer Marjolaine Ryley talks about her work in the exhibition Résidence Astral, with plenty of time for your questions.

Free event.
Drop in.

French director François Ozon's kitsch homage to Agatha Christie, is a comedy murder-mystery set in a large country home during the 1950s.
Get comfy on the sofas in the Studio and feel free to bring along your own refreshments.

Cert 15

Free event.
Drop in.

Bradford Music Week will take place in and around central Bradford between Monday 26 May to Sunday 1 June 2008. The event will feature seminars, exhibitions, workshops, special events and activities and of course gigs - lots of em, big and small!

Click more to read about the events happening in the Studio at Impressions Gallery.

De-stress at a lunchtime meditation session led by Bradford Meditation Centre. Feel free to stay on to see the exhibition Résidence Astral and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

Free event.
Booking advised.

De-stress at a lunchtime meditation session led by Bradford Meditation Centre. Feel free to stay on to see the exhibition Ultima Thule and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

FREE EVENT
Booking advised.

Are you sitting comfortably? Join our storytelling session in the Gallery.

Listen to Storyteller Alec Williams tell his fantastic fables of epic journeys and far flung lands, surrounded by the wondrous exhibition Ultima Thule. 

FREE EVENT
Booking advised

Discover connections between epic 19th Century photographic explorations and a contemporary study by photographer Stephen Vaughan of some of the youngest and rawest of the earth’s surfaces. This event will be held within Insight (The Collections & Research Centre) at the National Media Museum.

FREE EVENT
Booking essential as places are limited - National Media Museum Box Office 0870 70 10 200.

Get expert advice at one of our regular portfolio review sessions. Photographer Stephen Vaughan and a member of Impressions will give feedback on your work.

Booking essential.
£10 (deposit only).

Have your say as featured Stephen Vaughan talks about his work, with plenty of time for your questions.

FREE EVENT
Drop in.

Discover connections between epic 19th Century photographic explorations and a contemporary study by photographer Stephen Vaughan of some of the youngest and rawest of the earth’s surfaces.

On Wednesday 19 March, the event will begin at Impressions Gallery with a special introduction by Stephen Vaughan to his exhibition Ultima Thule, continuing with a viewing of work drawn form the Archive at Insight (The Collections & Research Centre) at the National Media Museum.

FREE EVENT
Booking essential as places are limited

Last year, in the endless magic hour of the Icelandic summer, Sigur Rós played a series of concerts around their homeland. Combining both the biggest and smallest shows of their career, the entire tour was filmed, and now provides a unique insight into one of the world’s shyest and least understood bands captured live in their natural habitat.

Film Screening at The National Media Museum, Bradford

Discover connections between epic 19th Century photographic explorations and a contemporary study by photographer Stephen Vaughan of some of the youngest and rawest of the earth’s surfaces. This event will be held within Insight (The Collections & Research Centre) at the National Media Museum.

FREE EVENT
Booking essential as places are limited – National Media Museum Box Office 0870 70 10 200.

Rare public screening of the 1959 screen adaptation of Jules Verne classic sci-fi adventure novel.

FREE EVENT
Booking advised
Film screening in the Studio

De-stress at a lunchtime meditation session led by Bradford Meditation Centre. Feel free to stay on to see the exhibition Ultima Thule and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

FREE EVENT
Booking advised.

NESTA fellow Simon Warner presents an exploration of early photography and 19th century visual discoveries, linking optical imaging, illusion and theatre.

Discover connections between epic 19th Century photographic explorations and a contemporary study by photographer Stephen Vaughan of some of the youngest and rawest of the earth’s surfaces. This event will be held within Insight (The Collections & Research Centre) at the National Media Museum.

FREE EVENT
Booking essential as places are limited – National Media Museum Box Office 0870 70 10 200.

Photographer John Angerson will be talking about his work and signing copies of his latest publication Love, Power and Sacrifice, with plenty of opportunity for your questions.

FREE EVENT
Drop in.

EVENT CANCELLED.

Alternatively the Artist Talk featuring Juan Pablo Echeverri will still be held on Saturday 12 January. For more information about the Artist Talk event please click here.

Detox your mind and join our lunchtime meditation session led by Bradford Meditation Centre. 

Be Moved by Maria Full of Grace, a poweful story of determination and survival set in present day Colombia.

Film Screening at the National Media Museum, Bradford.

Get expert advice at one of our regular portfolio review sessions...

Have your say as featured Colombian artist Juan Pablo Echeverri talks about his work, with plenty of time for your questions.

Escape Christmas and join our lunchtime meditation session led by Bradford Meditation Centre...

Chill out at one of our regular lunchtime meditation sessions led by Bradford Meditation Centre...

Halloween Special

Are you sitting comfortably? Join in our story telling session with Alec Williams who will be telling spooky tales inspired by Romania and Eastern Europe...

Halloween Special

Travel to Transylvania watching Bram Stoker's Dracula an Oscar-winning horror romance film produced and directed by Francis Ford Coppola, based on the novel Dracula by Bram Stoker. To help satisfy your bloodlust we’re giving all fans of the fang a Bloody Mary to help steady your Halloween nerves (over 18's only)...

Get in a pickle at our Autumn preserving demonstration...

Chill out at one of our lunchtime meditation sessions led by Bradford Meditation Centre...

Hear Tessa Bunney talk about her work and pick up a signed copy of her new book...

Photography portfolio review session with Tessa Bunney...

Artist talk with photographer Liza Dracup.

Portfolio reviews with Liza Dracup

The Blair Witch Project

Unwind in Impressions Gallery

Go down to the woods for our teddy bear's picnic in the gallery, with Alec William's stories of magic and woodlands.

Over the weekend, there will be a range of gallery talks, activities and tours around the building and a chance to hear photographer Liza Dracup talk about Sharpe’s Wood, the opening exhibition, at 2pm on Saturday. Admission to all events is free.