Put yourself in the picture -
Take inspiration from the portraits you see around you in the Gallery before picking your props to pose as a masterpiece.
Make a masterpiece -
Discover some of the techniques used by famous artists to create masterpieces. Take your sketch book for a walk around the gallery and create a masterpiece of your own.
Masterpieces family trail -
Explore the Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace exhibition with the help of a fun family trail. Can you find the paintings in the Gallery and complete the activities?
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