Meet a range of lovely LGBTQ+ people whilst learning a new creative skill
The Queer Arts and Social Club meet around once a month on a Monday evening at The Create Place. We'll come together to learn new art skills in a fun and relaxed environment. Come for one session or join for more; it's a chilled way to connect with new LGBTQ+ people in London and be creative.
During this workshop, you'll learn how to carve a simple linocut print of your own design, whilst meeting a group of LGBTQ+ people in a relaxed and creative setting. I'm excited to offer Speed Lino: a queer printmaking mixer taking place in The Mulberry Hall. They'll be a chance for 1:1 chats, collaborative printmaking and getting to know the whole group. You'll leave with your own print, some collective artwork and hopefully a few new connections. This session will be open for up to 16 people, thus providing a friendly atmosphere, where guidance and support can take place. This workshop is open to total beginners and also to people who would like to develop their lino-printing skills. Prices are on a pay what you can scale and will include all resources, plus you'll get to take your prints home. I'm really looking forward to bringing a group of queer people together as a chance to get creative and make new connections.
“Linoprinting has given me a new lease of motivation and joy and I’m so thankful!”
“I enjoyed spending two hours crafting and learning a new technique in a nice, safe, queer environment.”
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.
Contact: If you have any questions regarding this session, please email programming@stmargaretshouse.org.uk
Venue: The Mulberry Hall at St Margaret's House, 21 Old Ford Road — E2 9PL
Access: If you have any access needs of which we should be aware, please get in touch with us on 020 8980 2092 or email emily@stmargaretshouse.org.uk so we can arrange this for you.
Access Support: We are happy to provide a free PA/Carer ticket for anyone with access needs. If you require a PA ticket, please call us on 020 8980 2092 and we’ll discuss your requirements.
Date: Sunday 8th February
Time: 11am-1pm
Tickets:
Pay Less (covers some of our costs) – I am a student, unemployed, on benefits or financially stressed - £10
Standard (covers most of our costs) – I am employed, have some expendable income, and manage to meet my basic needs - £15
Pay More (covers all of our costs and supports our work at SMH) – I am employed or have enough savings to comfortably meet my basic needs - £25