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41Drawings Workshop @ Spike Island

17 Feb 2024

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Sat, 17 Feb
14:00 – 16:00

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Spike Island

Bristol, United Kingdom

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  • 506 via Temple Meads
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Each person is given a small A6 sketchbook and a graphite stick. We will explore the exhibitions and try to create 41 drawings in 2 hours.

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41Drawings @ Spike Island, BRISTOL, BS1 6UX

17/02/24 2pm till 4pm.

Each person is given a small A6 sketchbook and a stick of graphite. The objective of the workshop is to walk through the exhibitions and make 41 fast paced drawings in 2 hours.

We will be visiting the two free exhibitions at SPIKE ISLAND:

Fix Your Face

“A site-specific commission by Olu Ogunnaike that combines handmade OSB, charcoal screen prints and silt from the river Avon with charred objects recovered from the recent fire at Underfall Yard, a historic boatyard near Spike Island.

&

Five Acts

“Five Acts is a new commission by Spike Island studio holder Young In Hong. Exploring lesser-known histories through photographic archives, the exhibition focuses on the history of women’s labour in Korea.”

Information on both exhibitions can be seen by clicking the links below.

https://www.spikeisland.org.uk/programme/exhibitions/olu-ogunnaike/

https://www.spikeisland.org.uk/programme/exhibitions/young-in-hong/

There will be lots of objects and starting points for conversation and inspiration to make some drawings. All abilities welcome and this workshop is free to access.

This specific session is hosted by Nima @nima.shafiani who works making art/music in today's London.

We will meet as a group at the main entrance of Spike Island at 1.50pm and start at 2pm sharp. see you on 17/02/24!

Info and photos of past sessions can be found at www.41drawings.com

If you need further information or access requirements please email us at fourtyonedrawings@outlook.com or Instagram message @41drawings.

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