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This New Ground’s Studio Exhibition

12 months ago

Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the creativity and talent of the artists from This New Ground’s Art Studio.

Launched in November 2024, TNG’s Art Studio—based at the Creighton Centre in Hammersmith and Fulham—is a vibrant, inclusive space supporting artists with a learning disability. This curated exhibition features a diverse range of artworks developed in our studio, where artists are encouraged to experiment, express themselves, and grow creatively.

🎭 PLUS: Experience the energy, talent, and spirit of This New Ground’s wider creative community through TNG’s choir performance, as part of this special evening.

This is a wonderful opportunity to:

  • Discover powerful, original works of art
  • Meet the artists and hear their stories
  • Learn more about TNG’s inclusive studio and social enterprise projects

✨ Free entry | All are welcome – book your free ticket here.

Funded by City Bridge Trust, Hammersmith United Charities, and Hammersmith and Fulham Council.

We can’t wait to welcome you for an evening of art, joy, and community!

Sculpting the Self

1 year ago

This series of six sculpting workshops with Sophia Daly Rossin focuses on the process of working with clay—not producing a finished piece. Through a mixture of exercises and games, we’ll explore different ways to make, think, and play. Along the way, you’ll improve your skills, creativity, well-being, and confidence.

  • Free for residents of Hammersmith & Fulham [use code: ResHF]

  • These workshops are open to all skill levels.

  • Due to limited spaces, booking in advance is essential.

  • All materials will be supplied

 

The Three Core Elements

Each session involves three interconnected elements: physical skill-building, emotional and therapeutic exploration, and connection through playful, inventive games.

1. Practical & Technical Skill Development

  • Refining your sculpting abilities through guided exercise
  • Building confidence in form, proportions, and likeness
  • Developing hand-eye coordination and motor control
  • Exploring perception and perspective
  • Strengthening tactile manipulation and proper use of tools

2. Emotional & Therapeutic Exploration

  • Engaging the body through meaningful movement
  • Sculpting with music as emotional expression
  • Practising self-discovery through free-form sculpting
  • Heightening sensory awareness
  • Self-expression through gesture and form

3. Fun & Playful Connection

  • Encouraging creativity and curiosity through play
  • Games that spark imagination and experimentation
  • Activities that foster communication and connection
  • Collaboration, teamwork, laughter, and light-hearted fun

Sculpting the Self

1 year ago

This series of six sculpting workshops with Sophia Daly Rossin focuses on the process of working with clay—not producing a finished piece. Through a mixture of exercises and games, we’ll explore different ways to make, think, and play. Along the way, you’ll improve your skills, creativity, well-being, and confidence.

  • Free for residents of Hammersmith & Fulham [use code: ResHF]

  • These workshops are open to all skill levels.

  • Due to limited spaces, booking in advance is essential.

  • All materials will be supplied

 

The Three Core Elements

Each session involves three interconnected elements: physical skill-building, emotional and therapeutic exploration, and connection through playful, inventive games.

1. Practical & Technical Skill Development

  • Refining your sculpting abilities through guided exercise
  • Building confidence in form, proportions, and likeness
  • Developing hand-eye coordination and motor control
  • Exploring perception and perspective
  • Strengthening tactile manipulation and proper use of tools

2. Emotional & Therapeutic Exploration

  • Engaging the body through meaningful movement
  • Sculpting with music as emotional expression
  • Practising self-discovery through free-form sculpting
  • Heightening sensory awareness
  • Self-expression through gesture and form

3. Fun & Playful Connection

  • Encouraging creativity and curiosity through play
  • Games that spark imagination and experimentation
  • Activities that foster communication and connection
  • Collaboration, teamwork, laughter, and light-hearted fun

Father’s Day Card Making

1 year ago

Join us for a relaxed and creative card-making session, perfect for all ages!

Celebrate the special father figure in your life by crafting a heartfelt, handmade card they’ll treasure. Whether it’s for a dad, grandad, stepdad, uncle, or someone who’s just been there for you — this is your chance to say thank you in your own unique way.

🖍️ All materials will be provided, and friendly staff will be on hand to help inspire your creativity. No booking needed — just drop in, get making, and enjoy the fun!

 

 

Men’s Circle

1 year ago

The Men’s circle is a space where we can start to rebuild our relationship and connection in community with other Men.

Through conversation and shared experiences, this is the natural way for us to create connection and new friendships.

This is not therapy, a place for fixing each other or giving advice.
Its simply coming back to that fire that we would have been sitting around for many generations, to be part of a group and enjoy social communication.

Talking is great but there is no expectation.
Listening is key.
Being present and not isolated is beneficial to us all.

Each week Luke will lead the group with topics of discussion that not only open the flow of conversation, but also allow us to talk about the challenges in life that effect us all.

The only thing left for you to do is sign up and attend.
This is a small group with 12 spaces. The sessions are free to attend so its crucial that you commit to coming when we save your space.

If you have further questions before the session, please don’t hesitate to message

The Men’s Circle is a free 90 minute session provided by Hammersmith & Fulham

Every Tuesday from 6th of May to 8th of July 2025

It is completely free to attend the Men’s circle, please click on the date you are interested in to reserve your space:

 

Autism Acceptance Art Exhibition works by Orlando Richardson

1 year ago

Autism Acceptance – An exhibition to mark World Autism Awareness Day and Autism Acceptance month with works by Fulham artist Orlando Richardson.

Orlando wants to change how people think about and talk about autism; uncovering neurodivergent history and achievements; how autistics see themselves and how others see them.

Orlando Richardson is a neurodivergent artist and illustrator working across different media: paint, ink, printmaking, digital, often mixing them. His influences include Pop Art, Italian Futurists and the Ligne Claire style.

Private View Tuesday 2 April 6.30-8.30, if you would like to attend then please book online.

Finnisage (closing party) Tuesday 29 April, 6pm-9pm, open to all.

Or drop in to see the art throughout the month of April, 8.30am-5pm daily.

 

Image: Autism Creature Jumble – the Autism Creature,” symbolizes the unique experiences and characteristics of individuals on the autism spectrum; it also serves as a metaphor for the feeling of being overwhelmed or consumed by sensory input that can be di cult to articulate.

Drag Queen Karaoke with CC Swan

1 year ago

Sing your socks off with our drag queen hosted karaoke sessions. Featuring camp classics, pop hits and everything inbetween.

After being a treated to a couple of turns from your host – it’s over to you! With group sing-a-longs on offer and the odd soloist slot up for grabs, our karaoke sessions will suit pros and beginners alike. Ticket includes a glass of wine, or soft drink alternative, on arrival and the bar will remain open throughout.

Book online via Eventbrite or at reception.