Showcasing a solo commission by acclaimed artist, Pippa Hale, Pet Project sees the museum’s renowned ceramic collection re-imagined into a vibrant and interactive experience for all ages. With larger-than-life, soft recreations of animal figurines that can be played with, art and animal lovers can explore a display of the original ceramics that inspired them and share their own cherished items with the community. Be inspired as you learn about the traditional decorating and manufacturing techniques, as well as the cultural stories behind the collection, and create your own charming figurines to take home. 

About Pippa Hale

Pippa Hale is a contemporary artist based in Leeds. Her practice centres around history, geography and play and includes large-scale installations in heritage venues, the public realm and museums and galleries in media ranging from foam and inflatables to iron and digital technology. She is interested in the parallels between creativity and play and likes to make her artworks – not just playful – but playable. Wherever possible she roots artworks to their locations, often working with local communities to connect people to places. For more information, visit the artist’s website https://pippahale.com/