8 Oct - 26 Nov 2025
St James's Community Hub, Baildon
Heart and Hands Studio
Our Patch held a series of free creative workshops
Our Patch Creative Practitioner, Emma Bairstow, held a 7-week journey of creativity in Baildon.
These sessions were open to all abilities.
You joined local artist Emma to explore connections with mind, nature and community. From beginners to experienced makers, you were guided through a series of workshops including print-making, painting to music and watercolour landscapes, inspired by the changing seasons. Each week brought something new to explore and enjoy.
All materials were provided.
Our Patch
Our Patch is a year-long arts programme across Bradford in 2025, inviting community groups and residents to design and take part in free workshops, activities and events in their local area. Led by local ‘Our Patch Producers’ alongside artists and makers, the project will bring people together through creative experiences ranging from painting and poetry to dancing, cooking and gardening. Taking place in community halls, libraries, faith spaces and social hubs across Bradford East, Bradford South, Bradford West, Keighley & Ilkley and Shipley, Our Patch celebrates local culture while helping people learn skills, build confidence and make new connections. This is Our Patch.
Our Patch is funded by The Esmee Fairbairn Foundation and The National Lottery Community Fund. We extend our thanks to all players of the National Lottery.
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