Join renowned lettering artist and illustrator Ruth Rowland and learn how to design and gild your own glowing illustration, inspired by the motifs seen in our Ranjit Singh: Sikh, Warrior, King exhibition. You’ll investigate sumptuous paintings and metalwork and be guided in creating your own intricate artwork using imitation gold leaf.

Suitable for beginners with an eye for detail as well as those who would like to develop their flat gilding technique further, you’ll spend an enjoyable weekend learning a new decorative technique to use in your future illustration projects.

Read the full masterclass description here.

Joining Information and Format: This masterclass will take place in the Learning Studio, Lower Ground Floor at the museum. It includes access to the Ranjit Singh: Sikh, Warrior, King exhibition during the event.

We recommend participants bring a packed lunch. When walking through the museum, food and drink must be packed away in a bag and must only be consumed when in the Learning Studio. 

Equipment and Materials: Please wear clothes suitable for a messy workshop. All materials and equipment are provided.