THERE’S NOTHING UNUSUAL HERE: Foraging Consciousness

Join designer Maddie Lennon and writer Xuanlin Tham for the first in a series of three writing workshops. THERE’S NOTHING UNUSUAL HERE invites participants to write and walk as a practice of attentiveness to the city: its textures, symbols, and possibilities both alien and mundane.

Stepping into deep and playful modes of attention to our surroundings, we will go on a group walk in the area around EMBASSY while responding to a series of writing exercises. This first walk, ‘Foraging Consciousness’, will pay particular attention to street signage, littered or abandoned objects, and walking as stream of consciousness.

At the end of the series, participants will be invited to develop a piece from the workshops to feature in a publication. You are welcome to join for one workshop, but we encourage attending all three.

We will write across form, genre, and technique, encouraging each other to play and experiment; no writing experience is required. Bring a notebook and writing utensils, and dress appropriately for the weather. Photography is also welcomed.

These workshops are fundraising events; all proceeds from tickets booked will go to the Ziyad family in Gaza. Tickets are pay what you can, but please feel free to get in touch with the organisers (thamxuanlin@gmail.com / maddielennoncantdraw@gmail.com ) if this poses a barrier to your attendance, or if you have any other access needs.