If you’re interested in learning analogue black and white processing, these two workshops are a great introduction to developing film and making prints from negatives. More info here https://darkroombirmingham.co.uk/
Category: December
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Botanical Drawings and Paintings
Join us for a unique workshop where participants will create botanical illustrations inspired by Kitab al-Diryak, a historic Arabic pharmacopeia known for its detailed plant depictions. Guided by a skilled artist, you’ll explore traditional art techniques while taking a deeper dive into the pages of this beautiful manuscript. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced artist, this workshop offers a creative journey into the intersection of art, history, and botany. All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary.
This workshop is being run as part of the ‘Balsall Heath Second Saturdays’ programme – a monthly mini-festival celebrating making, creativity, community, local culture and the arts held on the second Saturday of every month.
12 – 3pm | Saturday 14th December 2024 | MIAH Gallery, Moseley Community Hub | 496 Moseley Road Balsall Heath B12 9AH.
Secure your place below. We will allow a small number of walk-up bookings on the day, subject to availability.
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Wreath Making at The Old Print Works
Join Hannah for a fun and creative family friendly wreath making workshop.
In this hands-on session, you will craft your very own unique wreath using a variety of locally sourced materials.
All materials included.
The workshop will be held in the Drawing Room at The Old Print Works – with step free access.
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Introduction to Geometric Patterns: Breath of the Compassionate
Introduction to Geometric Patterns: Breath of the Compassionate
2pm-3:30pm | Sat 9th December 2023 | MIAH Gallery | 496 Moseley Road Balsall Heath B12 9AH
Our next event is part of the Balsall Heath Second Saturday programme – a monthly mini-festival celebrating making, creativity, community, local culture and the arts held on the second Saturday of every month. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a maths lover, or simply curious about the beauty of patterns, this event is for you!
Join us for this introductory workshop where Rumina Parveen will delve into the intricate designs and symmetrical wonders that grace designs from across the Muslim world.
This workshop is based on the four-fold pattern called the Breath of the Compassionate (al-Nafas al-Rahman). It is often associated with the Muslim philosopher Ibn Arabi. The pattern symbolises harmony and unity, which are shown through the expansion of the khatams and then compresses back into a cross.
Who is this course for? All levels of ability are welcome. Suitable for age 9-99 years. All materials are provided.
To ensure accessibility, we are not charging a specific amount for this event. We ask that you ‘pay what you feel’. If you are able to, we suggest a donation of £5 or more.
Image: Lustre tiles from Iran, probably Kashan (1262). Accession No 1837&A, C, E, F-1876, Victoria & Albert Museum
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The GAP Winter Craft Market
✨❄️The GAP Winter Craft Market❄️✨ Saturday 9th December, 11am – 4pm
Pop down to on 9th December for a festive fun-filled day out whilst supporting local artists and young people. Expect an exciting array of unique handmade gifts and goodies for sale – all made by local young artists, designers and crafters – in amongst our cosy community cafe and during the bustling – in The GAP
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Sewing Workshop in The Lower Gallery
Back again by popular demand – fabric sewing workshop in the lower gallery, with Eddie and Adeline – drop in
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Musical Wellbeing Workshop with Arianna at Christmas
2pm – 3.30pm The Old Print Works Music workshop with Arianna
we will play, sing, make some noise and have fun.
Just bring yourself – no experience necessary
See you there!
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Family woodcarving with Pathcarvers -December
11am until 1pm, Drawing Room, Courtyard Entrance, The Old Print Works
Monthly family carving club, all ages welcome, learn how to use a sharp knife to make beautiful things from wood
Donation/ pay what you feel – drop in – get there early – limited spaces
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Sundragon Community Pottery clay Xmas Decoration making workshop
12 – 4pm The Old Print Works
Sundragon Community Pottery will be hosting a FREE Christmas decoration making workshop.
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in process – December
All day in the Upper Gallery. Watch and discuss with artist Mid in the and get involved
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Wreath Making at The Old Print Works
Christmas wreath making – everything provided -all materials are natural and sustainable – 1.30pm onwards – The Drawing Room
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Family Art Winter Watercolour Workshop
11am – 2pm drop in art workshop with Monica Perez Vega, The Old Print Works
Join artist Monica Perez Vega in the Upper Gallery for a drop-in family art workshop from 11-2 on the second Saturday of each month. Each session is different and inspired by the seasons! Try your hand at drawing, painting, collaging, and printmaking…. Stop by, be creative and have fun.
This month – Winter Watercolour Workshop
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Moseley Road Baths Winter Wonderland
Moseley Road Baths FREE Winter Wonderland Day
10am to 4pm
Experience Yuletide festivities at Moseley Road Baths
Join us for a Warm Welcome at our Winter Wonderland festive day:
• Join our community created Winter Wonderland and Grotto, book now and receive a personalised sustainable gift when you meet Santa.
• Stroll our winter market stalls in the Gala pool, hosting local crafts and goods, unwrap all it has to offer.
• Get in the festive mood with free festive film pop up in our Tearoom.
• Warm your cockles with a selection of indulging seasonal refreshments.
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Visit Balsall Heath City Farm
VISIT YOUR LOCAL CITY FARM!
BALSALL HEATH SECOND SATURDAY
Saturday 10th December BALSALL HEATH CITY FARM
Malvern Street (off Clifton Road), Balsall Heath, B12 8NN
Visit the animals (feed available on- site)
Buy produce such as: Chutneys, Chili sauce, Pink Fir Apple Potatoes.
Check out the gardens
Learn about composting and worms!
Find out about our Clubs and Groups!
Book your visit by scanning the QR code
St. Paul’s Community Development Trust working for and with the community
www.stpaulstrust.org.uk
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Intro to Composting at Balsall Heath City farm
Saturday 10th DEC, 2022 From 1.30pm
WHERE
Balsall Heath City Farm Malvern Street, off Clifton Road. B12 8NN 0121 464 1889
LEARN THE BASICS OF COMPOSTING AT HOME
REDUCE WASTE!
Tackle Climate Change!
Save Money on Compost!
Grow better Vegetables!
PLEASE BOOK YOUR PLACE BY EMAILING: FARM@STPAULSTRUST.ORG.UK
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Family wood carving with Pathcarvers December
11am until 1pm, Drawing Room, Courtyard Entrance, The Old Print Works
Monthly family carving club, all ages welcome, learn how to use a sharp knife to make beautiful things from wood
Donation/ pay what you feel – drop in
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Winter craft market at the gap
11am to 5pm, The GAP/Mix Cafe, The Old Print WorksPick up some unique handmade items whilst SUPPORTING YOUNG MAKERS!
Each date will feature totally different stallholders selling an exciting array of gifts and goodies, including crochet fashion, jewellery, mehndi, toys, original artworks & prints, cards, stationary, books, candles and more!
