Drawing the Collection: Bealtaine with Blake

Thursday, 28 May 2026

Event times:

13:00 - 14:15

Event location:

National Gallery of Ireland

Event price:

€5.00

About this event

Drawing the Collection takes place monthly in front of the artworks in the Galleries. These sessions offer an opportunity to explore artworks, artists, media, and styles through drawing, under the guidance of a tutor.

Join artist Melissa O'Donnell for a tutored drawing session in which we'll explore William Blake’s fantastical world of myth, symbolism, and the ancient past.

Basic drawing materials will be available; however participants are welcome to bring their own

The session will begin at 1pm ending at 2.15pm

The price is €5 with a concession rate available for OAPs & Friends

Participants must book in advance

William Blake: The Age of Romantic Fantasy is organised in collaboration with Tate.

This exhibition is supported by The William Blake Giving Circle.

The Gallery would like to thank the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport for their ongoing support.

Readers are advised to check with the venue before relying on the details published here.

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