Family Saturday

With Nastaran Tavakoli

Family Saturday takes place on the first Saturday of every month.

Join artist Nastaran Tavakoli for a hands-on printmaking workshop inspired by Halima Cassell’s work in Break the Mould. Taking inspiration from Virtues of Unity, families will print colourful symmetrical designs.

Open to all ages. Just drop in and enjoy.

Please consider making a donation to help support Ikon further.

Nastaran Tavakoli is an Iranian artist-educator leading art workshops and classes for all ages. For Nastaran Tavakoli, art is not just about creating objects, it’s about connecting with people, sharing stories, and inspiring the next generation. Nastaran Tavakoli was recently on placement with the Ikon Education Team, as part of her MA Arts Education Practice degree.

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Free, suggested donation £5

No need to book, just drop in

This event is open to all families and aimed at all ages. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Events Room, First Floor

Information on Ikon Gallery’s accessibility is available here.

For additional access enquiries please contact education@ikon-gallery.org

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Ikon Gallery

1 Oozells Square, Brindleyplace, Birmingham B1 2HS

Image Credits

1. Family Saturday activity 2. Break the Mould, installation view, Ikon Gallery (2026). Image courtesy Ikon. Photo: Tom Bird

Exhibition 25.03.2026–06.09.2026

Break the Mould

Ikon presents Break the Mould, the final exhibition in a trilogy exploring craft, art school pedagogies and contemporary art practice. This show focuses on ceramics, positioning clay as a site of experimentation.

Artist Residency/Events/Ikon Youth Programme 04.08.2026–13.08.2026

Ceramics Studio: IYP x Modern Clay

Artist Residency

Ikon Youth Programme (IYP) take over the Break the Mould Ceramics Studio.

Artist Residency/Events 24.07.2026–19.08.2026

Ceramics Studio: Jack Ky Tan

Artist Residency

Jack Ky Tan presents a Ceramics Studio as part of Ikon’s exhibition Break the Mould (25 March – 6 September 2026).

Events 12.07.2026 / 11.00am–4.00pm

Ikon Ceramics Fair

Ikon Ceramics Fair celebrates the art of ceramics from across the region. Meet local makers, discover their creative practices, and support their work while finding a unique piece or thoughtful gift.

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