Recover, recycle, reimagine: making art in dark times

peacock:a workshop for art, is a printmaking workshop in the north east of Scotland established in 1974. We offer a wide range of artistic techniques, such as relief printing, intaglio, screenprint, lithography, and risograph. We are a charity supported by Aberdeen City Council & Creative Scotland. We are a charity supported byAberdeen City CouncilandCreative Scotland.the worm:a space for art, is a contemporary visual art gallery in Aberdeen, Scotland. We showcase artworks from all over the world, focussing on printing and publishing. Our exhibitions show work by contemporary artists, fine art prints from our archives and objects related to Aberdeen’s rich print history. Entry is always free.On ourprint shop, we have a wide range of contemporary art prints for sale by local, regional and international artists, many of which have been published and editioned at the Peacock Visual Arts.

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Create found poetry and collage art, in ‘Recover, recycle, reimagine: making art in dark times’ led by poet Mae Diansangu.

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Create found poetry and collage art, in ‘Recover, recycle, reimagine: making art in dark times’ led by poet Mae Diansangu. The workshop draws inspiration from the work of British artist Jamie Reid – known for his ‘ransom note’ style of cut-up lettering and re-purposing of existing images for new meaning.Participants will explore what it means to make art in times of multiple crises, using materials from mainstream media to critique, reclaim, and reimagine the dominant narratives that shape our society.This session is open to all regardless of experience – all you need to take part is a desire to engage with the world around you creatively! About Mae Diansangu:Mae Diansangu is a queer poet from Aberdeen who writes in Scots and English. Her practice is rooted in the belief that storytelling is a collaborative act, and she is particularly interested in reframing contemporary issues through the retelling of shared histories and myths. Much of her work explores themes of identity, resilience, power, transformation, and belonging. Her debut collection, Bloodsongs (Tapsalteerie), was longlisted for a 2025 Saltire Book Award. ‘Recover, recycle, reimagine: making art in dark times’ is part of ‘Eternal Ecstasy’, a celebration of British artist Jamie Reid containing archival work from John Marchant Gallery and the launch of a newly editioned screen print of Jamie Reid’s first artwork for the Sex Pistols – made at Peacock &amp; the Worm in Aberdeen through our Open Access Model.The exhibition explores the artist’s broader practice and vision, uncovering a narrative into decades of political and esoteric work, while introducing unexpected connections to places less well known in the historical canon of radical politics. For more information visit our <a href="https://worm.gallery/showing/eternal-ecstasy" title="https://worm.gallery/showing/eternal-ecstasy" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">website</a>. Access:The event will take place in the Worm. The Worm is located at 11 Castle Gate, Peacock is located at 21 Castle Gate, for more information on how to reach us visit our <a href="https://worm.gallery/contacting" title="https://worm.gallery/contacting" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">website.</a>-The worm is a ground floor space- Accessible toilet with baby changing facility Travel:-Public transport is regularly available via train or bus. More information can be found <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Aberdeen+Train+Station,+Guild+Street,+Aberdeen/peacock:+a+workshop+for+art,+21+Castle+St,+Aberdeen+AB11+5BQ/@57.1461831,-2.1005262,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x48840e3bafe6c77d:0xca26e9c22163ff06!2m2!1d-2.0987651!2d57.1436377!1m5!1m1!1s0x48840e3e8bb74027:0x85a70af78bfbe4c4!2m2!1d-2.0923352!2d57.148717!3e2?authuser=0&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDkwNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" title="https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Aberdeen+Train+Station,+Guild+Street,+Aberdeen/peacock:+a+workshop+for+art,+21+Castle+St,+Aberdeen+AB11+5BQ/@57.1461831,-2.1005262,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x48840e3bafe6c77d:0xca26e9c22163ff06!2m2!1d-2.0987651!2d57.1436377!1m5!1m1!1s0x48840e3e8bb74027:0x85a70af78bfbe4c4!2m2!1d-2.0923352!2d57.148717!3e2?authuser=0&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDkwNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>.-For drivers with a blue badge, you will find a list of car parks with blue badge spaces <a href="https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/roads-transport-and-parking/parking/find-car-park" title="https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/roads-transport-and-parking/parking/find-car-park" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>.-Please be aware we are located in the LEZ (Low Emissions Zone) and restrictions will apply. More information on parking can be found <a href="https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/roads-transport-and-parking/parking/find-car-park" title="https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/roads-transport-and-parking/parking/find-car-park" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here.</a>

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