Attendees of the adult Art in the Garden workshops are invited to a special event to celebrate the creativity that blossomed during our inclusive drawing workshops!
We'll be showcasing some of the incredible artwork created during the workshops, and the Mayor of Newham and local councillors will be helping us select one special drawing to be displayed in Manor Park Library for a year! Adding to the atmosphere, we'll have live music from talented local musician, Bridge by the Water.
The Art in the Garden team are also thrilled to announce a change in our culinary plans! While our original caterer Linda is no longer available, we've been incredibly fortunate to find a fantastic alternative. We'll now be enjoying delicious Mediterranean fare prepared by Piotr, founder of Mindful Dining, featuring some wonderful herbs sourced directly from Manor Park Community Garden.
Sample Food Menu
Bruschetta, olive tapenade, Isle of Wight tomatoes, sage crisps
Courgette, wild garlic carpaccio, grilled aubergine
Salad pasta primavera, tomato dressing
Roasted peach Meringue, mint mascarpone, almonds
Drink Menu
Thyme and melon water
Foraged elderflower lemonade
About Art in the Garden
Art in the Garden will spotlight the Manor Park Community Garden as a cherished space for creativity and community connection. Led by Newham-based artist Eleanor Pearce, participants will capture the garden’s unique beauty, drawing inspiration from its plants, pathways, and seasonal colors in their artwork. Each piece will celebrate this special place, reflecting the vibrant energy of Manor Park’s residents and their shared green space.
Selected artworks created during the workshop will be showcased at key community sites: Manor Park Library, Manor Park Community Café Hub, and Jack Cornwell Community Centre.
Learn more on their Project Page.
About Manor Park Community Garden
Manor Park Community Garden helps bring people together with a shared interest in nature, community, sustainability and wellbeing.
A retreat for those who live and work locally and may not have a Garden of their own to enjoy.
Learn more on the Manor Park Community Garden website.
Community Producers
Art in the Garden is produced by Frederic Billet, and was commissioned as part of Culture Within Newham’s Community Producers scheme. In November 2024, we asked former members of our Community Voices Panel if they would be interested in developing and producing their own creative project for a local community.
Members of the Community Voices Panel have excellent and in-depth knowledge of their local communities. This commission aims to make the most of this knowledge and provide opportunities to develop experience working in the arts.
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