Discover the art of natural light portrait photography at Mill Tye Gallery with award-winning photographer Roj Whitelock — inspiring, creative, unforgettable.

We’re thrilled to share that Roj’s portrait ‘Phil’ has been selected for the prestigious Taylor Wessing Portrait Prize and will be exhibited at the National Portrait Gallery this November. Out of nearly 6,000 entries worldwide, only 57 portraits were chosen – and Roj’s is one of them!

We are delighted to share highlights from the final session of Eleanor Mills’ inspiring workshop series at Thomas Gainsborough School, supported by the Stour Valley Society Arts Council. This month’s art club marked a vibrant finale, with students exploring the intricate technique of batik under Eleanor’s expert guidance.

Launching this September, this Printmaking Programme at Gainsborough’s House is a unique opportunity for young adults looking to develop their creative practice outside of formal education. We’re inviting motivated individuals aged 18–25 to take part in an inspiring, hands-on printmaking experience set in the inspiring surroundings of Gainsborough’s House, Sudbury.

Sudbury Artists’ Open Studio Trail Weekend | 14–15 June 2025 Sudbury will come alive with creativity this June as the town plays host to...

In this month’s Art Club session, students took their first steps into the world of batik through an engaging wax resist activity led by Eleanor Mills. Using white wax crayons and vibrant fabric dyes, the group explored a simplified version of the traditional technique—tracing floral designs and watching as the wax repelled the dye to reveal beautiful, delicate patterns.

Our ongoing collaboration with artist Eleanor Mills and the Thomas Gainsborough School continues to inspire and delight.

Jonathan Boreham, sound artist and sound designer music inspired by Chris Bennett's painting 'The Girl in the Moon'

Max Angus Print ‘Hare and the Sweet Meadow’ draws inspiration from the beautiful landscape and passionate conservation work taking place in Great Massingham, Norfolk.

Chris Bennett shares the evolution of his portrait of Mica—from early inspirations drawn from Whistler and the delicate folds of Egyptian cotton, to a final painting.

In this portrait, Chris Bennett explores the subtle power of the Apelles palette and the essential relationship between subject and...

Exploring Clouds Through Fabric and Paint Following the success of her previous workshops, textile artist Eleanor Mills returned to...

In this third instalment of my blog series, I’m sharing a glimpse into my studio process—specifically, the development of my portrait of...

We’re thrilled to share some exciting developments at Mill Tye Gallery — all made possible thanks to a generous grant from the Rural...

Step into the creative journey behind The Girl in the Moon, the title piece of my upcoming May exhibition at Mill Tye Gallery.

Following the success of her first session, textile artist Eleanor Mills returned to Thomas Gainsborough School for a second art club

At Mill Tye Gallery, we are proud to support local artists and makers, showcasing their creativity and craftsmanship to a wider audience....

The photographs here were taken in my studio and show five stages of the painting ‘The Heaven and the Earth, Portrait of the Muldown...

At Mill Tye Gallery, supporting emerging artists has always been one of our core missions. This year, we're excited to launch another...

Even though the Mill Tye Gallery is currently closed for its winter break, behind the scenes we’re busy preparing for the exciting year...