Through free, drop-in family studios and workshops in the school holidays, we encourage children and adults to learn together. Some of our workshops are particularly tailored for families with children with special educational needs.

At our events, families can explore art materials and creative techniques, learn more about our exhibitions through collaborative projects and build a shared interest in art.

Family studios are supported by Jeanne and William Callanan.

Want to get creative at home? Check out our Family how-to series of simple step-by-step activities you can do as a family. Using easy-to-source materials, these activities are designed to teach you techniques you might not already know and encourage you to think creatively. Ranging from creating slime to crafting a relief print from polystyrene, these simple step-by-steps are fun for the whole family.

Share a photo of your finished work with @royalacademy on Twitter or @royalacademyarts on Instagram using #familyhowto