Imagine Fund: Life Drawing workshop
Join a life drawing class through a feminist lens with Spare Ribs Club.
We invite you to a unique life drawing session led by Alexandra, the visionary founder of the feminist network Spare Ribs Club. This workshop offers an hour of creative exploration, deeply inspired by feminist themes and art history.
Our life model Meg will guide your creativity through a series of dynamic poses as you bring your visions to life on paper. This session invites you to express your creativity and engage with powerful themes through art.
Whether you’re an experienced artist or a complete beginner, this workshop is designed to be accessible to all.
Spare Ribs Club is a membership community exploring intersectional feminism through literature, art, music and food, and has been supported by the Imagine Fund.
Suitable for ages 16+
The event will take place across our Conservatory Terrace, Garden Room, and Conservatory.
- If you have any specific dietary requirements or access needs please get in touch with us at [email protected]
- A quiet space will be available by the Koi pond, for you to reflect and digest the day
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Access
If you have any access requirements that you would like to discuss ahead of your visit, please email [email protected] or call 020 7101 1188 (Mon - Sun 10am-4pm).
Step-free Access
The Conservatory is split between two levels: Level 4 Conservatory Terrace and Level 3 Conservatory/Gallery Floor. Both can be reached via the main lifts.
The entrance for the afternoon session on the Terrace will be on Level 4, the entrance for the evening celebration with Headway East London will be on Level 3.
Patrons wishing to move between Level 4 and Level 3 can then make their way down by going back out the entrance/exit on Level 4 and taking the external lift. Our staff will be there to assist you down to this lower level, to visit the rest of the venue.
Resources
We have the following resources available on request during the event:
- Ear defenders
- Magnifying sheets
- Fidget toys
- A Dog Bowl for thirsty guide dogs
- Comfort Contego transmitters and receivers available upon request for use during our talks, tours and workshops for dDeaf visitors.
Parking
Find information on accessible parking at the Barbican here.
Facilities
Find information on our accessible facilities at the Barbican here.
Conservatory
Location
The Barbican Conservatory is located on Level 3, if you’re coming from inside the main Barbican building.
From the Barbican highwalks, follow signs to the ‘Barbican Centre’. Walking from Barbican tube station, you’ll see a steps with ‘Art Gallery’ above them, these will lead you up to the Sculpture Court where you'll see a sign for the Conservatory.
Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS
Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.
We’ve plenty of places for you to relax and replenish, from coffee and cake to wood-fired pizzas and full pre-theatre menus
Access
The Conservatory is on the gallery floor (level 3), reached via the main lifts. Access Automatic glass doors (120cm wide) lead outside from the gallery floor and continue down a ramp (1:12). The Conservatory is on your right, entered through double doors (135cm wide). The Sculpture Court is on your left, up three steps or via a ramp.
Mobility
Limited access for wheelchair users and people with restricted mobility due to steps in some areas.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome.
For more access information, please visit our Accessibility section.
