The National Gallery showcases Pictures Around Cromer – the first exhibition of images of paintings that can be downloaded for free

THE Nation Gallery has created the first exhibition, titled Pictures around Cromer, where images of the gallery’s paintings can be downloaded for free. Covering around 30 life-size replica artworks, Pictures Around Cromer works as an outdoor exhibition across the seaside town of Cromer in Norfolk.

Rachel with Rousseau's 'Surprised' outside her flower shop © Siri Taylor 1

Rachel with Rousseau’s Surprised outside her flower shop © Siri Taylor

Visitors can discover the art pieces of the National Gallery Collection in various locations all around the town which are always accompanied by a label filled with information on the specific artwork as well as a QR code linking to further resources.

Sue with Van Eyck's 'Arnolfini Portrait' outside her bookshop © Siri Taylor

Sue with Van Eyck’s Arnolfini Portrait outside her bookshop © Siri Taylor

Every year, the National Gallery organises artistic exhibitions across the UK in various innovative ways, encouraging everyone to engage with the national collection of art and enrich their lives. This year’s Pictures Around Cromer is no different, presenting the exceptional art pieces in the beautiful seaside town that is Cromer.

A drawing from a Draw from the Masters session in front of Holbeins Lady with a Squirrel and a Starling ©Siri Taylor

A drawing from a Draw from the Masters session in front of Holben’s Lady with a Squirrel and a Starling © Siri Taylor

by Julie Heinisch

The National Gallery’s Pictures Around Cromer will run from 2 September 2022 to 31 April 2023