Create & Connect

An alternative Friday night - creative open studio session

Create & Connect is the perfect in-person hangout to get creative and meet people from your community!

Join us for Create & Connect, a relaxed and welcoming creative session at Heart Communities.

This is an open studio experience, not a formal art class — a space to explore creativity at your own pace, try new materials, and enjoy making something in good company.

Whether you paint, draw, sculpt, explore mixed media, or have never tried art before, you’re welcome here

We meet you where you’re at — no experience needed, no pressure, just a friendly environment to create and connect

What to expect:

A relaxed, friendly studio spaceFreedom to explore your own ideas

Access to a wide range of materials -painting, drawing, sculpting and mixed media

A chance to meet others and enjoy a creative evening

Informal support from a professional artist and teacher

Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance so we can keep the group at a comfortable size.

Maximum 10 places per session

Location: Heart Communities CIC, Creative Spin Studios, Floor 4, Leigh Spinners Mill WN7 2LB

Day & Time: Fridays 7-9pm

Important information:

This is not a formal taught class — it’s an informal space to explore, make, and learn by doing

Support is available from a professional artist and teacher, but the session is centred on informal exploration rather than formal instruction

All materials are provided

Sessions are kept small to ensure a relaxed and comfortable environment

Anyone looking for a relaxed, creative Friday night

Beginners who want to try something new

People returning to creativity after time away

Anyone who enjoys making things and meeting others

Bring a friend along, or come as you are — you’ll find a warm welcome and space to create

If you have any questions please get in touch -Heartcommunitiescic@gmail.com

We look forward to meeting you!

Lisa & Lee