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Making Paints from Earth

  • The Hidden Gardens Boilerhouse (access via Tramway) 25A Albert Drive Glasgow, Scotland, G41 2PE United Kingdom (map)

Please note: this event will be held in person at The Hidden Gardens Boilerhouse

Make your own natural paints using earth and rocks from around Scotland. You will transform ground pigments into water-based paints like watercolours to make your own natural art kit.

No previous experience needed. Materials will be provided but please bring small jars to take your paints home.

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About the facilitator:

Grace Browne is a creatrix of joy. Her research-led practice explores portals for re-membering her Nigerian foremothers arts. She works with earth to tell stories of reconnecting with ancestry, nature and the body. This is expressed through visual arts, community workshops and film. Grace also hosts and produces the African Women’s Art Podcast, a space for celebrating artists and the diversity of practices.

Access information for this event:

This event is for people aged 10+ only. There will be 10 attendees maximum, and the event will feature comfort breaks. During this event, attendees will participate in: Hands on activities

This event will take place in The Hidden Gardens Boilerhouse. For full access information visit The Hidden Gardens’ website: thehiddengardens.org.uk/explore/visit.

You may be asked to wear a mask at this event.

BSL interpretation is available on request. If you have any questions or access requirements, please get in touch with us via events@glasgowzinelibrary.com

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How to access the event:

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