Chai Makes: The Painted Wild
Pay what you can afford (Suggested minimum of £2.) 11.30am, start 12pmThis is a seated event If cost is a barrier, please contact us at [email protected] Explore the wild animals of Asia through paint and textures in this family-friendly workshop led by Sonia Ali. You will create your own artwork on canvas to take home! Sonia Ali is a mixed media artist who works with painting, sculpture and photography to explore the natural world. From the biological geological to the cosmological, she is fascinated by the things in nature that go unseen. If nature had a voice, what would it say?There will, of course, be a variety of chai and delicious snacks provided by Jashu's Kitchen. Chai Makes Brewed for creativity, Chai Makes is a series of 4 creative workshops which will have you smiling and learning a new skill! From repurposing old saris to transforming basic ingredients into delicious recipes, these family-friendly sessions are a great way to get stuck in make something amazing! Workshops TBC – watch this space. Chai MixersChai Mixers is a strong, spicy brew of performance, creative and conversational events. In partnership with Indian dancer and multi-disciplinary artist Jaymini Bedia, and supported by Essex County Council's Art and Cultural Fund, this project will deliver a series of informative talks, creative workshops and cabaret-style evenings which challenge exclusion, break down cultural stereotypes, nurture skills and bring joy. Importantly, Chai Mixers has cultural unity and respect at its heart. Why Chai? The national drink of both England and India is Chai (tea). It is also a symbol of identity and cultural unity across all walks of life. Drinking chai is synonymous with comforting people, building relationships and opening conversations. This project is a joyful journey to facilitate dialogues of challenging topics, share skills across generations and support community cohesion.
Venue: Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF.
Event type: Workshop.
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