The Present Page: WORKSHOP 3

Workshop 3: Storytelling and personal narrative – with Chris Adriaanse

Throughout our lives we become entangled in many different stories, from the ones we tell the world to the ones we keep to ourselves. But what is the shape of these stories? And are they the ones we would choose to live under? In this session we will look at the stories that surround us and how to put down the ones that are no longer needed.

Creative forms of journalling offer an accessible, personal and often genuinely illuminating reflective practice, with the potential to make a quiet but lasting difference to our wellbeing. But how do we make space for these kinds of activity in daily life, and how might we expand them beyond conventional, diary-like narratives?

Beginning with the core idea of journalling and the page, expanding outward to where journalling meetings drawing, movement, storytelling and sound, The Present Page offers a series of 6 practical workshops, each led by experienced artist-practitioners. In each session we will explore a new creative practice together in a friendly and no-pressure environment, also considering how each practice might be folded into busy daily routines.

Thanks to Create Berwick funding, we are delighted to be able to offer The Present Page free of charge to Berwick residents. All materials and refreshments are provided, and no previous experience is needed. Places are limited; please book early to reserve a place.

Other workshops in this series:

Workshop 1: From writing into drawing – with Anna Chapman Parker

Workshop 2: Drawing with mind and body – with Kate Temple

Workshop 4: Journalling and the book – with Lucy Baxandall

Workshop 5: Letting your ears wander – with Martin Parker

Workshop 6: Writing and movement – with Chloë Sayers

Chris Adriaanse is a storyteller working in the oral tradition. He tells an enchanting mix of folk and fairy tales to people of all ages. He is currently a Visiting Fellow at Hatfield College, Durham University and also works as a freelance facilitator on a wide range of creative projects. chrisadriaanse.co.uk