In this hands-on half-day workshop for 11-13 year olds, participants will explore the unseen universe by creating their own infrared-inspired artworks. Drawing on cutting-edge research into exoplanets and astronomical imaging, artist and educator Gaz Lawrence and Astrophysicist Sebastian von Hausegger will introduce participants to the strange beauty of heat-dependent artworks depicting exoplanet landscapes.
Participants will make experimental artworks that appear meaningless in visible light, but under an infrared camera, intricate exoplanet landscapes are revealed. As students experiment with heat-sensitive materials, they will create dynamic pieces that shift with temperature, evoking distant worlds while also inviting personal interpretation.
By combining artistic exploration with scientific inspiration, the workshop invites young people to think creatively about how we observe the cosmos, and how much lies just beyond the limits of human vision.
Who is this event for?
This event is for children aged 11-13 years who are in Year 7 and Year 8. We encourage anyone is curious about space and art to apply! Students will participate without their parents.
This is pilot event and we will invite participants to give their feedback during the events.
Priority booking for children attending state schools before Fri 27 June 2025.
How to apply
Booking is required to attend this workshop as places are limited. Please complete the application form if you would like to apply for a place on the Art of Astrophysics event at Oxford.