Projects & Events
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TALK: The Craftivist Collective Handbook with Sarah P Corbett
David Parr House
Join Sarah P Corbett for a talk on her new book The Craftivist Collective Handbook: Projects, Stories, and Methods for Gentle Protests as part of our Salon Series of Talks at David Parr House.Sarah asks if we want our world to be more beautiful, kind and fair then can we make ...
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Wed 9 Oct, 2024 - 6:30pm
about 1 month ago
Rag Rug Workshop with Rachael Matthews
David Parr House
In this workshop, you are invited to weave a small rag rug using the ancient tool of hand-held weaving sticks. This fast and portable technique can be addictive, and you will be able to take the sticks home to finish your work if your work needs to grow bigger. Rachael will ...
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Sat 5 Oct, 2024 - 10:30am
about 1 month ago
The Art of Blackwork Embroidery with Beatrice Mayfield
David Parr House
Discover the world of Blackwork embroidery with Royal School of Needlework course leader Beatrice Mayfield in this day workshop on Saturday 28th September, 10.30am – 3.30pm.In this workshop, you will:Discover the history of Blackwork, a stitch often seen in Tudor portraits and...
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Sat 28 Sep, 2024 - 10:30am
about 1 month ago
TALK: Rag Manifesto with Rachael Matthews
David Parr House
Join Rachael Matthews for an exclusive in-person talk on her new book the Rag Manifesto as part of our Salon Series of Talks at David Parr House.Anyone who appreciates the David Parr House will take for granted the idea that lingering textiles are destined to turn into somethi...
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Wed 25 Sep, 2024 - 6:30pm
about 1 month ago
Art Exhibition at the 3rd edition of the World Food Festival in Cambridge
Dessins de Lillavaty
My first art exhibition in Cambridge was an incredible honor, as I had the opportunity to showcase my perspective on the world through colors and shapes, and I learned so much about the journey to becoming an artist while participating in this beautiful event.
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about 1 month ago
Cambridge Film Hub
Cambridge Film Hub
Cambridge Film Hub October meet is an exciting one ! We are meeting to discuss the proposal for a Film Office for Cambridgeshire, in order to promote the region to the film & television industry, and grow our local film making and producing talent.This would bring huge eco...
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Wed 9 Oct, 2024 - 6:30pm
about 1 month ago
Sustainability in the Arts - Julie's Bicycle
The Library Presents and Babylon Arts are set to host an online seminar aimed at upskilling artists and performers with the knowledge required to make their work more sustainable.The Library Presents is a vibrant and inclusive programme of arts activities taking place in towns...
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about 1 month ago
Sustainability in the Arts - Theatre Green Book
The Library Presents and Babylon Arts are set to host an online seminar aimed at upskilling artists and performers with the knowledge required to make their work more sustainable.The Library Presents is a vibrant and inclusive programme of arts activities taking place in towns...
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Thu 17 Oct, 2024 - 12:30pm
about 1 month ago
Masterclass - making brush-on glazes your own (ceramics)
Paula Armstrong Ceramics
Commercial brush-on glazes are a great way for studio potters/makers to get a wide variety of colours but it can be frustrating to see others using the same glazes. This workshop is all about what you can do to make brush-on glazes your own.There are a few different ways to wo...
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Sun 27 Oct, 2024 - 12:30pm
about 2 months ago
Masterclass - Hand Building Big (Clay)
Paula Armstrong Ceramics
Hand Building Big can be a challenge but there are techniques that can help.From how you plan the construction, through the techniques you choose to build with, to finishing with decoration and firing, there are things to consider that will help you create your big, sculptural...
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Sat 19 Oct, 2024 - 10:00am
about 2 months ago