Kaleidoscope tickets to be won in National Drawing Day competition
A nationwide programme of free events will take place on Saturday, May 17. This coincides with the start of biodiversity week, so Russborough House will be inviting budding artists to take inspiration from Russborough's natural surroundings.
Paper will be provided in the reception for those who require it, and all finished drawings must be completed by the 5pm deadline on May 17, and should be presented on an A4 or A3 sheet. All the entries will then be entered into a draw, with the winning prize coming in the form of a weekend family camping pass for Kaleidoscope Festival, taking place at Russborough from July 4 to July 6.
The National Gallery of Ireland will also host a packed programme of free events to suit every kind of drawer.
Head of education at the National Gallery of Ireland Sinéad Rice said: 'Drawing day is for everyone. This year we celebrate National Drawing Day with a full programme of events at the gallery and at dozens of partner venues across the island of Ireland and online. You can check out your nearest venue, or draw from home, and make your mark this year.'
For those who can't attend in person, a dedicated online hub at nationalgallery.ie features a full list of participating venues and a wealth of drawing activities and creative resources.
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