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Art in the cafe-bar

Join us for a relaxed sip-and-draw evening — a free, drop-in communal art session designed for making, musing, and mingling. There’s no need to book and no pressure to social. Simply bring along whatever drawing or craft project you’re working on, find a spot, and settle into a shared studio-style space.

The cafe-bar will be open if you fancy a drink, and with the evenings staying light, it’s the perfect excuse to head out, soak up some atmosphere, and spark fresh inspiration. Whether you feel like chatting with fellow artists about works-in-progress, swapping ideas, or quietly immersing yourself in your own practice, this space is yours to shape. Come and make it as arty, sociable, or contemplative as you like.

To help everyone enjoy the space, here are a few friendly pointers:

We’re aiming for a calm, shared atmosphere, so please skip personal speakers — headphones are absolutely fine.

The session works best as a table-based set-up, so easels aren’t needed.

To keep things relaxed and café-friendly, we suggest sticking to non-messy, low-impact materials. If there’s a chance your project could mark the table, bringing a table cover is much appreciated.

Not sure whether your project will fit comfortably in the café space? Have a quick chat with a member of the team — we’re happy to advise. If your work needs more space or a different set-up, the studio is available to book and might be the perfect option.

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