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Invitation: Poetry Writing and Art Workshops with Alan O’Cain

I’m delighted to invite you to our upcoming weekend of workshops led by Alan O’Cain as part of our Wording Sharing Durham and Tübingen Twinning Anniversary Project, supported by the Van Mildert Trust.

Poetry Writing Workshop with Alan O’Cain

Date – Saturday 16th March

Time – 14.30-16.00

Location – Lakeside Room, Van Mildert College

In the first of two FREE workshops join artist, poet and renowned arts educator Alan O’Cain to help create written content for a celebratory limited edition of exquisite books. Alan has travelled the world delivering much-loved creative workshops, and no previous poetry-writing experience is required for this fun session.

Refreshments included!

Art Workshop with Alan O’Cain

Date – Sunday 17th March

Time – 14.30-16.30

Location – Turner Room, Van Mildert College

Alan O’Cain’s second FREE workshop of the weekend turns to visual art, using paints and other materials to create images celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Durham/Tübingen Twinning (for future display and publication). Absolutely no previous art experience is necessary to take part in this exciting exploration of creative techniques and possibilities.

Refreshments included!

We have a handful of places available to SCR members at both workshops, to reserve a place on both or either of the workshops please email [email protected] by Wednesday 13th March.