NUNNINGTON Hall is hosting an exhibition of work by Ryedale School’s art students.

The exhibition features pieces produced by pupils as part of their GCSE coursework and examinations for this year.

On display until Sunday, May 10, the work includes a wide range of styles and demonstrates the use of a range of media, including acrylic paint, pastels, mixed media, watercolours and pencil drawings.

Pupils were required to research their topic and select artists to inspire the final pieces and the work includes pieces based on themes such as identity and close up.

Sketchbooks and artist statements will allow people to see the development of each piece from concept to completion.

James Etherington, visitor experience manager at Nunnington Hall, said: “At the National Trust we always find it a pleasure to see young artistic talent emerging; to see the development of their style and the pushing of creative boundaries.

“The talent on display in this exhibition is breath-taking and I am sure the works will inspire debate and delight in equal measure.”

James said they were delighted to be hosting work from Ryedale School.

“Developing partnerships with local schools and colleges is high on our agenda at Nunnington and we look forward to working with them again in the future,” he said.

“The standard of work produced for the GCSE course is consistently high and the exhibition fits seamlessly into our exhibition programme alongside the more established artists and photographers we are hosting across the year.”

GCSE art student Airlie Mason, from Ryedale School, who has her work on display in the exhibition, said: “Art at Ryedale School is a thought-provoking and creative subject. There are no boundaries and it truly broadens your perception of what art actually is.”

Nunnington Hall is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 11am to 5pm. For more information, phone 01439 748283 or visit nationaltrust.org.uk/nunnington