{"title": "Create, Draw, Meet", "start": "2026-11-04T13:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "price": "Donation", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://book.plinth.org.uk/e/Q6ziwPqzIfhA4OnPjDw5", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/drawing", "diy/textiles"], "description": "Create, Draw, Meet is a relaxed, informal creative meet up for all, with a cuppa, biscuit and chat while trying drawing, painting, collage and textiles. It is facilitated by Keren, a textile designer and educator who works as a print designer in the fashion industry and is a member of the Learning Workshop Team at the Royal Academy of Arts. All materials are provided, the session is open to everyone, especially newcomers, and it is a 'pay what you feel' event with no financial barriers. Participants can stay for the full two and a half hours or drop in for a creative and social break.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/create-draw-meet-76775/", "official_url": "https://poplarunion.com/event/create-draw-meet-2/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/d869284cc51c02eaabdc5a9a650bfadd04395f2fad4debffcc31bfb9614049fa-2000.webp", "dates": [{"start": "2026-11-04T13:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "Maker Meet-up", "start": "2026-11-04T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/maker-meet-up-4-tickets-2002712443831?keep_tld=true", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["community"], "description": "Maker Meet-up is a relaxed, inclusive regular meet-up for makers of any level and any artform, from theatremakers, writers, actors and directors to poets, musicians, comedians and producers. 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Poplar Union hosts it, with no instructors, so participants inspire one another and can share their own talents and ideas. Materials like wool, crochet hooks, books and quilting fabrics are supplied, and there is gentle music plus a tea and coffee area. 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Adults are the focus, though children may come along, and you can bring your own projects too. 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The workshop is hosted to celebrate the launch of Touch Grass's first exhibition, Earth to Us, an archive of queer folk of colour in nature; materials and light refreshments are provided, attendees must be 18 or over, and the venue's ground floor is accessible, with the nearest step-free station being North Greenwich.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/touch-grass-day-tripper-upcycling-78663/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/6ece9bf5e32c0961ba536ad7ca8d7f5430c8d280841def182e03249e68e933cd-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Cosy Craft (Cre8tive Arts)", "start": "2026-11-01T12:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "", "address": "", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["diy/making"], "description": "Cosy Craft (Cre8tive Arts) is a weekly series of craft workshops held at Brixton Tate Library. 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It is led by local art teacher David Hughes with other local artists, who provide stimulus such as still life objects or natural forms like flowers and fruit, along with teaching and advice. All abilities are welcome, paper, drawing boards and materials are provided, and water colours are fine though not oils or acrylics. It runs as a popular first-come, first-served group, so arriving on time helps secure a place.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/get-drawing-42487/", "official_url": "https://themille17.org/events/get-drawing/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/f4260da0b3d3c351bbd970c78957690b272034c9a640916dabb9d6745c304cf2-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Creative Art Therapy Group", "start": "2026-11-11T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "price": "Free (Registration required)", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://book.plinth.org.uk/survey/DUE2ExC56dywmgTAdkK2", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["wellness/art-therapy"], "description": "Creative Art Therapy Group is a monthly session at Poplar Union offering a safe, supportive space to explore art materials and guided themes. It is led by Andy Ridley, an experienced visual artist, art therapist, and lecturer in art therapy with over 20 years in health and education. Each session encourages self-expression, self-awareness and connection through artmaking, with all materials provided. It is open to adults aged 18 and over of all artistic abilities, and no prior experience is required.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/creative-art-therapy-group-76784/", "official_url": "https://poplarunion.com/event/creative-art-therapy-group/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/32107eb0fc53acedf610ad703c79e99f265c6988bce5765bd28ad23c5cb250ff-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Drop in and draw", "start": "2026-11-06T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Royal Academy of Arts", "address": "Piccadilly, W1J 0BD London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/drawing"], "description": "\"Drop in and draw\" is a free evening workshop where you can pick up a pencil and spend time drawing. It takes place on the first Friday night of the month and is inspired by the exhibition Painting the French Riviera. Professional artists lead the session and share tips and tricks for improving your drawing. The workshop is designed for members of the 25 & Under scheme, welcomes all abilities, provides basic drawing materials, and no booking is required.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/drop-in-and-draw-38264/", "official_url": "https://www.royalacademy.org.uk/event/drop-in-and-draw-20261106", "image": "https://noky.io/images/acf8d84cd6d8df0fe2fc61a3f8cf99a24ea6ec5a7cfbc54fd69d85f5a246dc54-600.webp"}, {"title": "Drawing Workshop", "start": "2026-11-04T10:25:00Z", "end": "2026-11-04T11:45:00Z", "place": "West Ealing Community Library", "address": "Melbourne Avenue, W13 9BA London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/drawing"], "description": "Drawing Workshop is a free weekly drawing session where participants can practise and improve their sketching skills. It is run by West Ealing Community Library, welcomes beginners and experienced drawers of all ages, and takes place in a supportive environment where attendees can bring their artistic vision to life.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/drawing-workshop-40270/", "official_url": "https://wecl.org.uk/activities-and-events/drawing-workshop-40/2026-10-28/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/9018a5d7d45ac043d794beebf916b0edd3fef21741e10df5335f4cc051f12f42-1200.webp"}]}