With just three days to go until the world-famous Earth artwork installation Gaia lands at Teddington's Landmark Arts Centre, excitement is building rapidly.

From 16 June to 2 July, visitors will be able to marvel at Gaia for free, which will be the focal point for the first-ever Richmond Arts & Ideas Festival.

Measuring seven metres in diameter and suspended inside the Landmark's stunning space, Gaia features high-resolution NASA imagery of the Earth's surface and slowly revolves as a specially composed surround sound by BAFTA award-winning composer, Dan Jones is played alongside the sculpture.

The artist behind the stunning new Earth artwork is Luke Jerram, who has created a number of extraordinary projects whilst living in the UK and internationally for the last 25 years.

Commenting on his latest project, Jerram said: "I hope visitors to Gaia get to see the Earth as if from space; an incredibly beautiful and precious place. An ecosystem we urgently need to look after – our only home. Halfway through the Earth's sixth mass extinction, we urgently need to wake up, and change our behaviour. We need to quickly make the changes necessary, to prevent run away Climate Change."

As well as the Landmark providing visitors with the only chance to see Gaia for free this year, a series of events are also scheduled to take place under the stunning installation open to all ages.

Check out Nub News' roundup of all the events to look out for over the coming weeks alongside Gaia.

Sunday, June 18th

Family and Jivamukti Yoga

Family Yoga: A great way to get moving, laughing and connecting as a family. Explore the world through the elements and take away techniques to feel grounded, creative, energetic and calm.

Jivamukti Yoga: Connect to the Earth through body, mind and breath. Jivamukti specialist Gillian Reeves, leads class under Gaia. Grounding Vinyasa sequences will leave ready to take on the world! The session includes a nutritious brunch (Vegan).

June 18th - Jivamukti Yoga

Candlelight Classics – Earth and (Pop) Stars

Back by popular demand. Icon Strings, mix up 'popular classical' and 'classic POP'! This all female collective features some of the top concert artists in the UK. Expect mind blowing arrangements of everything from Vivaldi to Beyoncé. This show is a guaranteed crowdpleaser.

June 18th - Candlelight Classics, Earth and (Pop) Stars

Tuesday, June 20th, Wednesday, June 28th

Gaia - Relaxed Sessions

The Landmark's relaxed Gaia hours are for those who may have neurodiverse conditions, those with dementia, or anyone who may benefit from a bit more space and less stimulation.

The time slots are designed for those who may need to enjoy Luke Jerram's Gaia in a quieter and more relaxed setting.

Entry is free but it is essential that visitors book tickets in advance as numbers are strictly limited and the centre has respectfully asked that the session is reserved for those who will benefit most from it.

Wednesday, June 21st, Tuesday, June 27th

Gaia - Under 5's Sessions

Introducing little ones to amazing art and our big wide world. Come along to one of these baby-friendly sessions.

Developing social skills for your young children by visiting with other families. Buggy park in operation and lower volume on the soundtrack, to reduce the stress for parents, carers and babies.

Wednesday, June 21st

Landmark Late - Midsummer

Inspired by the solstice, 'Lates' mixes science, art, (cocktails) and a bit midsummer magic. Come with friends.. or make some here! 

Expect: Interactive Giant Science by the National Physical Laboratory, Music by Peter Saunders (Dexys Midnight Runners) and vocals from Ivy Paige (Evening of Burlesque) Art by us! Plus wine tasting by Noble Green and so much more.

Wednesday, June 21st - Landmark Late: Midsummer

Thursday, June 22nd - Sunday, June 25th

The Richmond Art Society Summer Exhibition

The Richmond Art Society is holding its Summer Exhibition this June. The exhibition has a wide variety of work including watercolours, oils, prints, photographs and sculpture, with all work for sale. 

Admission: Free, but booking required.

Thursday, June 22nd - Sunday, June 25th: The Richmond Art Society Summer Exhibition

Thursday, June 29th

Powered by Change Discussion

The Landmark invites the public to come and learn about sustainability and the challenges it presents. Change begins with knowledge, and this event will provide an opportunity to gain insight into the giant global issues and explore how we can each make a difference in our own lives.

The centre and InterEngineering are delighted to welcome expert speakers for this event who are, not only leaders in their field, but indicative of a diverse and inclusive workforce in engineering and sustainability. The speakers will be from diverse fields such as construction, transport, energy and even the recycling sector.

Thursday, June 29th

Friday, June 30th

Sunset supper with talk from artist Luke Jerram

Enjoy a three course meal with a very special dinner guest; Luke Jerram, Gaia's Creator.

Jerram rarely accompanies Gaia in person. So this after dinner talk is a rare treat to hear the inside story. Dinner is served as the sun sets then artist Luke Jerram reveals his unique personal perspective in an after dinner talk. (Ticket includes a glass of Prosecco)

Start the evening with a glass of fizz on arrival before a menu of

•  Mezze starter
•  Chicken tagine or vegetable tagine served with aromatic cous cous
•  Trio of cheeses to finish

Friday, June 30th

Sunday, July 2nd

Richmond Orchestra

Head on down to the Landmark for an opera house matinée, as it explore the fabulous music written for opera and ballet.

With soloists Claire Filer, Serena Kay, Andrew Henley and the Waldegrave School Choir, join for an evening of grace, passion, romance and some of the most glorious melodies ever written.

Sunday, July 2nd

End of the World Party

Celebrate the end of the Richmond festival and the last chance to see Gaia. The world may be ending but the Landmark is going out with a bang! So come join the Teddington art centre for an unforgettable night with music, drinks, and ceilidh band to mark the end of the world.

Sunday, July 2nd