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The Charmers - Scotland's
Witch Trials Unveiled
By Anne Robinson
3rd December - 28th December
Opening Preview - 6th December, 5-7pm
‘The Charmers’ are a (possibly fictional) band, formed by seven accused ’witches’ from Ayrshire. These runaway time-travelling-players were discovered on a 17th century scroll by an artist researching the Scottish witch trials. Now they’ve made a 4-track EP ‘Not to be Found’ and are ready to go out on tour. This is an art project in diverse forms: films, drawings, sound, broadside ballads, workshops and conversations.
Tues - Sat 10am 3pm
MAKE by Narture Studios 30 Newmarket St
Triratna Buddhist Group
Weekly from Tuesday 30th April
6.30 - 8.30pm
The aim of the group is to help it's members explore the Buddha's teachings and meditate together in a relaxed, friendly space. The first part of our meetings will be to learn and practice our two core meditation practices, the Mindfulness of Breathing and the Metta Bhavana, followed by an exploration of the foundational teachings of the Buddha.
Free/ Donations welcome - Book in by emailing to RSVP: dh.karunaradha@gmail.com
Narture Studios, 34 Newmarket St, Ayr, KA7 1LP
Eckhart Tolle Meditation Group
First Sunday of every month
2 - 5pm
Embark on a journey of enlightenment with our esteemed collective, dedicated to the profound wisdom of Eckhart Tolle. Join us as we immerse ourselves in the transformative teachings, coming together to engage in shared meditation and communal reflection.
Free/ Donations welcome - Book in by emailing to RSVP: aurorearnould92@gmail.com
Narture Studios, 34 Newmarket St, Ayr KA7 1LP
Satsang with Irfan
Weekly on Saturdays
2 - 4pm
The opportunity to meet with an awakened being is rare. Satsang, meaning to abide in Being, is the space to associate with the transmission of Presence. You need make no effort, just allow what is to be as it is; the transmission does all the work. Satsang is the moment for direct experience of the truth of non-duality - that you are Consciousness, and Consciousness is all there is. Satsang is our own being meeting itself in an apparent other. There is nothing to do and nothing to attain. You are already free. Welcome to Satsang.
Saturdays, 2-4pm Narture Studios (Top buzzer for the wellbeing studio)
No need to book, but for more information email: irfan@merchantayurveda.co.uk or WhatsApp 07981 201110
Satsang is offered free, donations are welcome.
Narture Studios 34 Newmarket St, Ayr KA7 1LP
Parent and Child Ceramic Workshop: Make your own Christmas Tree Decorations
Sat 23rd November, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Get into the festive spirit with your wee one and make some beautiful Christmas decorations for your home in clay. In this workshop, you will use press molds and cookie cutters to make some gorgeous shapes to hang on your tree or mantlepiece.
This is a fun and engaging family activity in the run up to Christmas, where little artists can get involved with a project alongside their adult in a festive creative session. You will use decorative slips to adorn your work after you have molded your decorations, which will be clear glazed and fired for you, ready to pick up in time for decorating your tree!
Narture Studios, 34 Newmarket St, Ayr KA7 1LP
Writing as creative brainstorming with resident artist
Hannah Feuerstein
Mon 25th November, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
In this workshop, you will work through several prompts to write little wordplays and poems to get those creative thoughts and ideas flowing! This approach to writing is less about the result then about connecting thoughts, memories, and feelings to find new perspectives and ideas. The main of this workshop is to overcome the fear of the empty white page and to find ways of writing that suit every creative need. It is led by artist and printmaker Hannah Feuerstein (@wilma.steinhagen)
Narture Studios, 34 Newmarket St, Ayr KA7 1LP
Mono printing drop in sessions
Tues 26th November, 4pm - 7pm
Using a small etching press, you will be shown how to create little monoprints by manipulating the ink on the surface of a Perspex plate. By using different tools and stencils you will create tiny originals to take home. This session is perfect for those who have experience in printmaking, as well as complete beginners and children. It is led by artist and printmaker Hannah Feuerstein (@wilma.steinhagen) exhibiting in Narture's new venue Shape.
Narture Studios, 34 Newmarket St, Ayr KA7 1LP
Introduction to Lino cut Printing with Hannah Feuerstein
Wed 27th November, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
In this workshop you will learn how to carve and print linocut. You will then be guided step -by-step through the process of sketching out your image, to carving and finally printing it. The end result will be your very own greeting cards. This is a fun and experimental workshop for all levels of experience, led by artist and printmaker Hannah Feuerstein ( @wilma.steinhagen)
Narture Studios, 34 Newmarket St, Ayr KA7 1LP
Introduction to passive electro etching print-making workshop
Fri 29th November, 9am - 4pm
Join us for a spooktacular "Halloween Glow-in-the-Dark Craft Workshop"! Kids can dive into a glow-in-the-dark wonderland where their Halloween creativity shines brightly. Using materials like orange and black paint, glow-in-the-dark stickers, glitter, and fabric, children will craft their own spooky Halloween creations that come to life under black light.
Narture Studios, 34 Newmarket St, Ayr KA7 1LP
Exhibition preview of "Ingrained – Gesture As Memory" by
Hannah Feurstein
Fri 29th November, 5pm - 7pm
We invite you to an exhibition preview with artist Hannah, showcasing the results of her exciting week-long workshops exploring various printmaking and creative writing processes.
SHAPE by Narture 32 Newmarket St
BLUM EXPERIENCE:
Illustrate Your Universe
Sat 7th December, 2pm - 5pm
Join us on Saturday, December 7th, for an immersive workshop with Jenny! Step into the BLUM Experience and discover how to illustrate your unique universe. This hands-on event is all about exploring creativity and bringing your inner world to life through art. Don’t miss this inspiring session!
SHAPE by Narture 32 Newmarket St
Photogram Printmaking Workshop
Sat 14th December, 9am - 1pm
Photograms are a camera-less darkroom process where objects are placed on photographic paper, creating abstract photographic compositions through light and shadow.
A great introduction to darkroom printmaking, we’ll familiarise you with the darkroom, B&W print chemistry and take you step by step through the photogram process.
You’ll have the opportunity to create up to five of your own photograms to take away at the end of the session.
MAKE by Narture Studios 30 Newmarket St
Introduction to Sashiko/Boro Japanese Embroidery & Mending
Sat 14th December, 1pm - 4pm
Sashiko and Boro mending are traditional Japanese techniques using running stitches to repair and decorate textiles, rooted in the philosophy of Wabi-Sabi, which embraces imperfections. This hands-on class teaches participants how to repair denim with these methods. Materials are provided; just bring a garment to refresh or repair.
MAKE by Narture Studios 30 Newmarket St
Newmarket St Winter Festival
Sat 14th December, 1pm - 4pm
Narture CIC is thrilled to present the Newmarket Street Winter Festival on Saturday 14th December, from 1pm till late. After a year dedicated to promoting the arts, revitalising Ayr town centre, and building a vibrant creative community, it’s time to come together and celebrate! Newmarket Street will be buzzing, with shops and businesses hosting a late-night shopping event on Thursday 12th December giving you the chance to support local makers and get your Christmas shopping sorted.
Shop local this Christmas and discover unique gifts crafted by local artisans!
The Winter Market is free to attend and promises festive fun for all ages. Highlights include children’s face painting, a riso Christmas card demo (with card packs available for purchase), and stalls featuring handmade gifts by local artists. There will be seasonal treats to enjoy, from baked goods to festive drinks, including homemade kombucha — and if you’re hunting for unique gifts, you’ll find plenty to browse, from artisanal bakes to bespoke decorations.
SHAPE by Narture 32 Newmarket St
Artist's Talk - The Charmers by Anne Robinson
Wed 18th December, 6pm - 7pm
Artist Anne Robinson will present her new work 'The Charmers' (2024), currently on show at MAKE.
‘The Charmers’ are a (possibly fictional) band, formed by seven runaway 'witches'. discovered on a 17th century scroll when the artist was researching the Scottish witch trials: recorded as ‘gone away’ ‘not to be found’. They've made a 4-track vinyl EP and are ready to go out on tour..
MAKE by Narture Studios 30 Newmarket St
Broadside Ballad Workshop 1: Songs
Thurs 19th December, 2pm - 5pm
You are invited to join this ballad making workshop using voice, words and improvising to make a broadside ballad - we will draw on themes in the show about witches, outsiders and banishment and you are very welcome to bring along your ‘ballad’ ideas!
Broadside Ballads were ‘story’ songs printed on one large sheet with illustrations and widely distributed and shared - common in the UK from the 16th to19th centuries. They could be political, topical, scandalous, or love songs.
MAKE by Narture Studios 30 Newmarket St
Broadside Ballad Workshop 2: Prints
Fri 20th December, 12pm - 4pm
As part of her exhibition The Charmers, artist Anne Robinson is hosting a series of free workshops and an artist talk at MAKE. Her latest work, The Charmers (2024), presents a speculative narrative inspired by a 17th-century scroll uncovered during her research into the Scottish witch trials. The scroll mentions seven runaway ‘witches’ from Ayrshire, recorded as ‘gone away’ and ‘not to be found’. From these historical fragments, Robinson has imagined a (possibly fictional) band formed by these fugitives.
MAKE by Narture Studios 30 Newmarket St
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