Classes for children

The National Gallery of Iceland offers creative and fun summer courses for children aged 7–9 (born 2017–2019) and 10–12 (born 2014–2016) in the museum’s art workshop at Fríkirkjuvegur 7.

The courses are based on the museum’s exhibitions, where artworks are explored and special emphasis is placed on developing participants’ sense of color and form. Children will have the opportunity to experiment with different materials and work across various media, such as painting and sculpture.

The aim of the course is to help children approach both nature and visual art with greater confidence and curiosity, through learning that takes place via experience, dialogue, and hands-on creation. At the end of the course, an exhibition will be held for friends and family, showcasing the participants’ work.

Children are expected to bring a light snack, dress according to the weather, and wear clothing suitable for painting, mess, and fun!

Dates:

15–19 June (4 days) – ISK 30,000
22–26 June (5 days) – ISK 35,000
29 June – 3 July (5 days) – ISK 35,000
6–10 July (5 days) – ISK 35,000
4–7 August (4 days) – ISK 30,000
10–14 August (5 days) – ISK 35,000

Registration link:
https://www.abler.io/shop/frirvk/listasafn

The National Gallery of Iceland offers creative and exciting art classes for children in the art workshop of the museum on Fríkirkjuvegur 7. The courses draw inspiration from the museum’s exhibitions, where artworks on display are explored and participants develop their sense of color and form. They will have the opportunity to use a variety of materials and work in different media such as painting, printmaking, and sculpture.

The goal of the course is to encourage children to approach art with greater confidence and curiosity through experience, discussion, and hands-on practice. At the end of the course, there will be an exhibition for friends and family showcasing the participants’ work.

Duration: January – April 2026
Price: 62,000 ISK
The Frístundastyrkur (Recreation Grant) can be used.

Younger group 7-9 years (children born 2019 – 2017)

Time: Tuesdays 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Teacher: Þorsteinn Eyfjörð, visual artist
Registration here

Time: Thursdays 3:00 – 4:30 PM (no classes April 2nd and 23rd)
Teacher: Helena Reynisdóttir, visual artist
Registration here

Older group 10-12 years (children born 2016 – 2014)

Time: Mondays 3:00 – 4:30 PM (no class April 6th)
Teacher: Ragnheiður Gestsdóttir, visual artist
Registration here

Time: Wednesdays 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Teacher: Helena Reynisdóttir, visual artist
Registration here