Inspired by the collection
All kinds of artists, writers and filmmakers take inspiration from the National Gallery collection. Read, watch and listen to some recent results
Film
Drawing
Your pictures
Illustrations and pictures from Gallery visitors
Sound
Transcriptions: Sound
Sound work from students at Ravensbourne College of Design and Communication
Articulate
Writers' masterclasses for schools using paintings
Children's Gallery
Need more inspiration?
Explore the collection online
Hundreds of paintings to get you started
Animation
Transcriptions: Animation
Animations by students at Central Saint Martin's College of Art and Design
Take One Picture
Noisy paintings
Sketching at the Gallery
Writing
The Learning Gallery
Associate Artist Scheme
Discover the work of contemporary artists, inspired by the Collection
Be Inspired Tour
Why not join in?
Talks and tours free every day
Get more from your visit with free events, exploring the collection
The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN