Flowers & Meaning: A Mixed Media Workshop
Part of Charne’s exhibition: Am I Too Young For An Existential Crisis?
Monday 13 April
Chapters Café, 5.30–7pm

Join us for a creative early‑evening workshop and artist meet‑and‑greet as we celebrate Charne’s exhibition 'Am I Too Young For An Existential Crisis?'

Visitors are invited to explore the show, chat with the artist, and take part in a hands‑on activity inspired by Charne’s themes and the arrival of spring.

Workshop: 
In this mixed media session, we’ll explore flowers as images loaded with meaning—symbols of emotion, memory, and transformation.

After a short introduction, participants will:
•     Draw and paint flowers using acrylics, oil pastels, and charcoal
•     Work from fresh flowers or invent their own botanical forms
•     Add words or text to their artwork if they wish

The workshop connects directly to Charne’s current exhibition, offering a playful and reflective space to experiment with image‑making.
All materials are provided, and all experience levels are welcome.

Linked Event: Three Counties Open Art Exhibition 2026 – Submissions Call Out Launch
Monday 13 April
Chancellor’s Building, amongst the NEWNOWNEXT Exhibition, 6–8pm
Speeches at 7.30pm

After the workshop, continue the celebration just a short walk away in the Chancellor’s Building for the official launch of the Three Counties Open Art Exhibition 2026 Submissions Call Out.

This special event offers the chance to:
•     Engage with previous Three Counties artists, some of whose new work is on display
•     Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Three Counties Open
•     Enjoy the launch event set within the NEWNOWNEXT Exhibition
•     Connect with artists, supporters, and the wider creative community

A perfect evening of creativity, conversation, and celebration—start in Chapters Café, continue in Chancellor’s Building, and immerse yourself in the vibrant art community at Keele.

More information to follow over the coming month!!

PARKING & HOW TO FIND US: Parking is free on campus after 5pm on a weekday and during the weekend. During a weekday, parking is limited on campus and restricted to P&D parking outside the Student Union building during the daytime (until 5pm). 

Campus map here: https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/howtofindus/maps/keele-campus-map.pdf  

Chapter's Cafe is located in Building 8A on this map adjacent to the Student Union, the car park is next to this building and is free to park on during the evening from 5pm and at weekends. At other times this car park is P&D. The cafe serves Costa coffee, hot and cold drinks, paninis, sandwiches, scrumptious cakes, and a great selection of snacks. 
 

ACCESS: Chapter's Cafe is accessible. There are several disabled parking bays in close proximity on the P&D car park next to the Student's Union. There is flat and ramped access from the car park. Chapter's Cafe and campus in general can get very busy during a weekday; if you prefer a quieter time to visit we suggest after 5pm on a weekday or going along on the weekend. 

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