Prasad Beaven

Debbie Lee

Exploring Imagination Through Marks and Forms

Who are we?The AGBI is the only artist-led benevolent fund supporting professional visual artists unable to work due to injury or illness.  Our Children’s Fund specifically supports children of artists who have lost the support of one or both parents.Who do we help?Any professional visual artist, no matter what their medium, can apply for help if they have earned their living or major part of it from art. Surviving partners and orphaned children of artists are also eligible to apply.Why Exhibitions and Events?As part of our mission to raise awareness of our vital work, we utilise the exhibition space to host a range of exhibitions and events. The AGBI is not a commercial gallery, and it does not engage in the sale of artworks, our exhibitions highlight the role of the AGBI in supporting artists and to attract new audiences to learn about the grants and assistance we provide.

Artists' General Benevolent Institution

A William Blake-Inspired Art Workshop with Debbie Lee & Prasad Beaven

15 Churton St

About the Workshop:Join artists and AGBI Stewards Debbie Lee &amp; Prasad Beaven for an afternoon of marbling, mark-making, and imaginative drawing, inspired by the visionary spirit of William Blake.You’ll explore how Blake’s words and imagery have influenced their artistic practices, using abstract patterns and organic forms to access your own inner vision. With a blend of guided meditation, hands-on marbling, and intuitive drawing, this workshop invites you to move beyond outward appearances and discover new forms through imagination.You’ll leave with a finished piece of artwork and a deeper sense of creative freedom. No experience necessary – just an open curiosity.Workshop flow: Warm welcome and chance to view the exhibition Short talk about how William Blake has inspired our work Guided meditation to spark your imagination Hands-on marbling activity using ink and paper Time to explore your marbled patterns and create your own drawings Space to reflect, share, and take home your finished artworkWhat’s Included: All materials provided Exhibition viewing and creative support A final piece of artwork to take homeWhat to Bring: Clothes you don’t mind getting messy An open mind and a willingness to experimentAbout the Facilitators: Debbie Lee is an artist known for her dreamlike, symbolic works exploring memory, imagination, and inner worlds. Prasad is a visual artist and educator whose practice blends meditation with mark-making, exploring the his inner response to abstract patterns. Both artists are inspired by William Blake’s ideas of vision and imagination and will share how this influences their work.Who’s Involved: This workshop is hosted in collaboration with AGBI (Artists General Benevolent Institution), RI (Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours) and RWA (Royal West of England Academy).Accessibility and Notes: The venue is fully wheelchair accessible- (Please note our wheelchair accessible bathroom is located in the basement, which can be accessed via lift). All materials are provided Please contact us for any access or support needs Spaces are limited -early booking is recommendedAll bathrooms are Gender NeutralTo learn more about our steward program and the charitible mission of the AGBI see our website.<a href="https://www.agbi.org.uk/become-a-steward" title="https://www.agbi.org.uk/become-a-steward" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Become a Steward | Support AGBI and Visual Artists in Need</a>

Agenda

Welcome, time to view the exhibition and AGBI information 

 Artists in conversation: how William Blake has influenced their practice

Guided meditation (led by Prasad)

Marbling demonstration and activity (led by Debbie)

Discovering imagery in  marbled paper & drawing from imagination

Group reflection, discussion, browsing prints and farewells

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