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13.10.11

Windfall - Art & Ecology workshop, 1mile2 Bradford

Windfall - Art & Ecology Workshop

Join us for a free workshop with ecologist Charlie Gray and artist Chen Hangfeng.

The workshop is open to everyone aged 16+ on Wednesday 2 November 14:00 – 17:00

Venue: meet by the University of Bradford library entrance

This hands-on workshop will introduce ecological and creative skills. Learn how to identify plant species using locally gathered autumn fruits and create your own botanical images of local fruiting plants using recycled materials. The workshop will explore the relationship between art, biodiversity, culture and sustainability, discuss seasonal and local food and introduce the concept of native and invasive species.

Please register by contacting Charlie on wildplantfood@yahoo.co.uk or 07403 394 142

1mile² Bradford is part of an innovative arts, environment and community programme that inspires people to explore the cultural and ecological diversity of their neighbourhoods through creative practice. The programme has involved over 13 500 people in 10 countries. www.square-mile.net

In association with 1mile² Bradford, Ecoversity and Bloomin’ Bradford Fruitshare. Supported by the Cultural Fund, University of BradfordIn association with 1mile² Bradford, Ecoversity and Bloomin’ Bradford Fruitshare. Supported by the Cultural Fund, University of Bradford.

Chen Hangfeng's first solo UK exhibition Unnatural Selection, will be shown at Cartwright Hall from 30 October 2011 until 26 February 2012.

http://www.bradfordmuseums.org/whatson/event_detail.php?ID=347