Name: "THIS IS ME" – A Day of Drawing with Lydia Thornley
Start: 2025-10-26T13:30:00+00:00
End: 2025-10-26T15:30:00+00:00
Location: Alice Billings House

$"THIS IS ME" \u2013 A Day of Drawing with Lydia Thornley$

A creative day of self-portrait workshops designed to leave a mark on the future.
About this Event

"This Is Me" – A Day of Drawing with Lydia Thornley Part of the Alice Billing House Time Capsule Project

Join local illustrator and visual artist Lydia Thornley for a creative day of self-portrait workshops designed to leave a mark on the future. As part of the Time Capsule project at Alice Billing House, you’ll take part in playful, reflective illustration sessions and contribute a unique piece to be sealed away for the next 80 years.

Workshop Focus: In This Is Me, you’ll explore what a self-portrait really is. What’s the essence of you? Is it your face or could it be an object? Through guided drawing, lively discussion, and simple mark-making, you’ll create a visual introduction of yourself for future generations.

What to Expect: – Fun warm-up exercises to get your creativity flowing – A conversation about identity and visual storytelling – Guided self-portrait drawing – The chance to add your work to the official Time Capsule – All materials provided

Who It’s For: These workshops are suitable for all levels. Some drawing experience is helpful, but not required. Curiosity and imagination are all you need.

What to Bring: – An object that represents you (optional) – Clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy

FINDING US Please use the directions below to get to Alice Billing House, as Google Maps doesn't work.

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The entrance to Alice Billing House is just off West Ham Lane. Head to Stratford Town Hall Car Park, West Ham Lane, London, E15 4PH. The entrance to the car park is directly opposite the Freaks and Greeks bar, Stratford. Walk through the car park to the back, where there are a pair of metal double gates. Please buzz A12