Cut from the Same Cloth: Pattern Discovery Workshop
Unlock the secrets of natural fabrics and science in this exciting hands-on workshop!
Join us on Saturday 17th of May for a fascinating journey into the world of microscopic patterns. Using microscopes, children will explore everyday objects and natural materials, discovering stunning patterns that are invisible to the naked eye. From the intricate design of a butterfly wing to the hidden textures of leaves and fabric, this workshop will inspire young minds to see the world in new and exciting ways.
What’s Included:
- Exhibition Exploration: Explore our Cut from the Same Cloth exhibition and learn about the patterns that form our DNA and how artists translated those patterns into beautiful tapestries.
- Microscopic Exploration: Look through microscopes and uncover the hidden beauty in
natural materials like leaves, seeds, flowers, and more! - Creative Drawing: Observe the patterns you discover and then draw your own interpretations of the microscopic world.
- Interactive Learning : Blend science and art while exploring the wonders of nature in a fun, engaging way.
Location: Captain’s Room, The Hunt Museum
Date: Saturday, 17th of May
Time: 2.30 – 3.30 pm
Suitability: Children aged 7 – 12 years
Price: Free admission. Booking essential
KRB 11-07-2024 Creepy Crawlies: Love/Hate, The opening official of a new exhibition at The Hunt Museum in Limerick by Diarmuid Gavin and Éanna Ní Lamhna ... Pictured at the event: Tommy Hartigan enjoying the Creepy Crawlies.. -Photography by: Kieran Ryan-Benson
This image showcases organza fabric used in research to represent staining for c-erbB2/HER2 in a breast tumor. Inspired by Professor Amanda McCann’s work on triple-negative breast cancer, the fabric captures the intricate patterns of staining observed in tumor samples, highlighting the presence (or absence) of HER2 expression.
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