A mindful nature walk and creative drawing workshop for the LGBTQIA+ community in Victoria Park and St Margaret's House.
Out to Hike and The Queer Arts & Social Club are joining together to offer a mindful nature walk and creative drawing and inks workshop for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Meeting in Victoria Park, Kat (she/her, Out to Hike) will lead us around the park, inviting us to notice all the beautiful flora (trees/flowers) and fauna (birds and other animals) we might see. We'll also hear about why being in nature is good for our physical and mental health.
It's an opportunity to slow down, connect and feel grounded in the nature that's right on our doorsteps.
From the park, we'll continue on to The Gallery Café garden at St Margaret's House, where Gemma (she/her, The Queer Arts & Social Club) will lead us in a relaxed, interactive and collaborative drawing and inks workshop. We'll be invited to draw on the inspiration we've gathered on our journey together around Victoria Park, and from our beautiful garden setting.
The afternoon aims to be a quiet, calm, creative and grounding experience for a small group of up to 12 queer people.
This event is free of charge and wheelchair accessible. All art materials and light refreshments will be provided. This event will take place in all weather (including rain), so please wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately (bring layers for warmth, an umbrella/raincoat and/or sun cream/hat, if necessary). Don’t forget a bottle of water for the walk and something to cover your clothes for the art workshop (apron, large shirt/t-shirt you don’t mind getting messy).
About Gemma
Gemma (she/her) is a self taught printmaker and artist. She is a part time art teacher and runs a wide range of online and in person creative workshops. Her artwork reflects her love for indie bookshops, nature, queer spaces and swimming.
About Kat
Kat (she/her) is a qualified hiking leader. She runs Out to Hike, a monthly small group walk in the countryside outside London, for queer folks looking to connect with nature and each other. She's on a mission to get us all outdoors, pointing at birds and stroking moss.
Contact: If you have any questions regarding this session, please email programming@stmargaretshouse.org.uk
Venue:
From 12.30pm: Victoria Park - Meeting point at Bonner Gate, Sewardstone Rd, Bethnal Green, London E2 9JW
From 2pm: The Gallery Cafe at St Margaret’s House, 21 Old Ford Road — E2 9PL
Access: Step-free entry to The Gallery Cafe is at the rear, through the garden. It is accessible through the gate located two doors to the left of the café’s main entrance. If you require access to an accessible toilet, please get in touch with us on 020 8980 2092 or email programming@stmargaretshouse.org.uk so we can arrange this for you.
Time:
12.30pm: Meet at Victoria Park for a mindful nature walk
2pm: Come back to the Gallery Cafe Garden at St Margaret's House for a selection of drinks and pastries -
2.30pm: Stay in the Gallery Cafe Garden for a drawing and inks workshop
Date: Saturday 8th August
Tickets: FREE