David Hockney has invited everyone to have a go at drawing this year. The Our Patch team are bringing the DRAW campaign to people across the district.

All our workshops are FREE. All materials are provided and gentle guidance from an experienced artist is on hand.

Everyone is welcome!

Whether you love to draw or haven’t picked up a pencil in years, DRAW Tour workshops are for you. Come and uncover your inner artist.

Saturday 8 November, 10am – 1pm

Christ Church
Colne Road
Oakworth
BD22 7PD

We are taking the DRAW Tour to Operation Oakworth, a community litter-pick extravaganza! Draw the things that make you happy then grab a litter-picking kit and help make Oakworth even more beautiful.

You can collect a litter-picking kit from Christ Church, Colne Road, between 10am and 10.30am. Equipment, bags and high-visibility vests are provided. Volunteers will meet back at the church between noon and 12.30pm, for a cuppa and to return equipment. Operation Oakworth is staged with support from Bradford Council area office staff.

A spokesperson said: “We are proud of Oakworth and this is a chance to make it look even better. “If you’re fed-up of litter and dog fouling bags, join us in helping to clean-up our village. Everyone can make a big difference. Thank you for your support.

Sunday 30 November, 11.30am – 4pm

The Hive Community Centre
53-55 Elliott Street
Silsden
West Yorkshire
BD20 0DE

DRAW workshop: 11.30-2.30pm with Emily Parkin
Christmas Market event: 11.30-4pm

Join us for this special DRAW tour workshop with Emily Parkin at the Hive’s Christmas market event. All materials provided for this free workshop, so please come drop in and draw with us.

Wednesday 12 November, 10.30am – 12.30pm

Queensbury Community Hub and Foodbank
25 High Street
Queensbury
BD13 2PE

Come and join local artist, Emily Parkin, in a fun and inspirational drawing workshop – this month’s theme is ‘Things that make you happy’! All materials are provided, so come and draw with us. Please note, booking is essential by emailing: [email protected] or texting: 07842770791.

Saturday 15 November, 10am – 12.30pm

St Wilfrid’s Church
Gilstead Lane
Bingley
Bradford
BD16 3NP

Workshop: Pocket Talismans – Little Things That Make You Happy

In this hands-on creative session in Gilstead, you’ll make your very own tiny “things that make you happy” using plasticine or modelling clay — perhaps a little sun, a bird, or anything that brings you joy. Each creation will be carefully tucked inside a decorated matchbox, transforming it into a personal “pocket talisman” or token to take home.

Your matchbox can be painted, collaged, or drawn on. Your miniature masterpiece stays safely inside its box, ready to brighten your day whenever you open it.

Wednesday 26 November, 11am – 12.30pm

At the Foyer Space:
Woodroyd Centre
Woodroyd Rd
Bradford
BD5 8EL

Join us in this month’s DRAW Tour workshop, as we explore the theme ‘Things that make you happy’! All materials are provided in this free, family workshop for all ages, led by local artist, Zareena Bano.

TBC

This project is funded by 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.