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Workshop: Co-Create a Mural with The Bristol Commons
Mon 15 April, 2024 @ 15:00 - 19:00
Free entry
Collaborative design process & creative visual storytelling
You are invited to join The Bristol Commons to co-create a mural at PRSC!
We will begin by exploring the story of the commons, looking back at its place in Bristol’s history and investigating the present landscape, before radically imagining a city transformed by commoning. Through creative workshops we will explore collaborative visual story-telling and collective visioning, the fruits of which will be woven into a mural design that will be communally painted on PRSC’s famous Outdoor Gallery wall!
The creation of this mural wall is an act of commoning itself! We invite you to participate in painting our collective story on the streets of Bristol. Through this, we are re-commoning the streets themselves and growing a living commons.
There will be an introduction to the Bristol Commons, and a presentation looking at muralism around the world and its historical relation to the commons.
Using collage poster making, we will explore and develop work around the history of community spaces in Bristol. There will also be mapping, written word (poetry) and group drawing workshops.
This is a playful and uncensored creative space where all are welcome! We will collaboratively imagine the mural design, creating a tapestry woven with the voices of the people and our ideals for a future of the commons in Bristol. These works will be re-composed and scaled up onto the 9ft x 60ft wall – join us later in the week to help paint it!
All materials will be provided, however feel free to bring relevant materials to reference/include around the Bristol Commons ethos.
People's Art Fair: Spring // Friday 12 - Sunday 21 April 2024
The People's Art Fair encompasses a group exhibition, performances and creative workshops & activities! Open to artists, makers, photographers, painters, sculptors and creatives of all shapes and flavours, the People's Art Fair acts as a celebration of culture and expressive art.
People’s Art Fair: Opening Night
Join us for the opening night of the People's Art Fair - be among the first to see all the amazing artwork on offer, access your inner artist with some fun & easy creative activities, and have a drink while you browse, schmooze & enjoy live electronica from The Vortex.
Thu 11 April, 2024 @ 18:00 - 21:00People’s Art Fair
This open submission group exhibition celebrates creativity in all its many forms. Open daily from 12:00 - 18:00.
Fri 12 April, 2024 - Sun 21 April, 2024Turmeric Photography Workshop
Learn how to make photographs using turmeric and the action of light, with experimental photographer Justin Quinnell. This amazing historical process uses safe materials which can be found in a kitchen and creates beautiful images in a few minutes.
Sat 13 April, 2024 @ 13:00 - 15:00The Improv Spotlight
Immerse yourself in the world of unscripted comedy as two talented groups from our vibrant community take centre stage, weaving unique stories, characters, and humour on the spot for your entertainment. This month under the Spotlight we have Clones and Beansville.
Sat 13 April, 2024 @ 19:00 - 21:30Workshop: Co-Create a Mural with The Bristol Commons
Join The Bristol Commons to co-create a mural for PRSC's famous Outdoor Gallery wall!
Mon 15 April, 2024 @ 15:00 - 19:00People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in: Painting with Paulo
A special session this week for the People's Art Fair - join Paulo for a "hive-mind abstract-expressionist painting workshop"!
Tue 16 April, 2024 @ 14:00 - 16:00Sketch Factory LIFE DRAWING Extravaganza
One of a kind poses in a fun atmosphere with drinks & music. No nudies, but lots of creative outfits & accessories!
Wed 17 April, 2024 @ 19:00 - 22:00Collective Painting: Co-Create a Mural with The Bristol Commons
Join The Bristol Commons to co-create a mural for PRSC's famous Outdoor Gallery wall!
Thu 18 April, 2024 @ 11:00 - Sun 21 April, 2024 @ 18:00Cut & Paste Collage Club
Delve deep into our boxes of paper goodies and cut-paste-rip-tear-scrunch-staple-glue together a weird & wonderful collage.
Thu 18 April, 2024 @ 18:00 - 22:00Stitch it Yourself! Felt Decorations Workshop
Hand stitch a decoration or brooch using felt, threads and fabric scraps.
Fri 19 April, 2024 @ 13:00 - 15:00Makers’ Market
Shop local and support small businesses at our makers' market!
Sat 20 April, 2024 @ 12:00 - 18:00Alcove
A night of spoken word poetry, open mic, photography and film
Sat 20 April, 2024 @ 20:00 - 22:30
Since early 2024 both our weekly People's Art Club sessions and the People's Art Fair are being partially funded by The National Lottery's Community Fund.
Additional People's Art Club activities are supported by Bristol City Council's Originators Fund.
