Exhibitions

In this exhibition, ‘unmaking’ is not simply about taking something apart; it’s a deliberate act of deconstruction that can be a powerful journey of discovery. It asks us to question our assumptions and to explore new directions by embracing the process of unravelling, cutting, and unpicking. ‘UNmaking’ invites us to consider if a work, poised on the verge of disintegration or collapse, can be acceptable as complete, and what it means to an audience if we present a piece that is somewhere between made and unmade.

This contemporary textile exhibition will be accompanied by an exciting programme of informal Meet the Maker sessions as well as pre-booked workshops with acclaimed textile tutors, where you can learn or develop new skills and share ideas. Dates and times for Meet the Maker sessions are being finalised soon. These may change slightly due to travel and transport constraints, so do check before making a special visit. Bookings are now open for workshops - early booking highly recommended! Each workshop costs £80 per person, or £76 for Museum and TSG Members and concessions, or you can attend with a friend for just £140.

Workshop ~ Saturday 17th October 2026

'TONE AND LINE'

On this course we will investigate tone and line in a number of ways and explore their uses in design for both art and textiles. Preliminary work will be carried out using a variety of tools, media and surfaces and will form the basis for personal interpretations into small cloth and stitch pieces. As with nearly all of Bobby's courses, artist research will offer further insight into the development of personal ideas around this theme.
This workshop is for adults, all abilities welcome.

Materials provided. Please bring a packed lunch. 

Meet the Artist ~ Sunday 18th October 2026

An opposrtunity to meet with me and chat about the work in the exhibition