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LEARN.EXPLORE.CREATE.
IT’LL BE READY WHEN IT’S READY
By Alex Weir (aka Smex)
Opening & Cookbook Launch: 7th March 6-8pm
EXHIBITION OPEN UNTIL MAY
Join us for the launch of Smex’s new exhibition and the debut of his riso-printed cookbook, "It’ll be Ready When It’s Ready"! Don’t miss his drawing/riso print workshop and pop-up café on Saturday, 22nd March—details coming soon!
Alex Weir (aka Smex) is a Glasgow-based artist and illustrator from Ayr, known for his "Drawing a Day Project" since 2018. His work, spanning painting, printmaking, and bookmaking, explores the humor and joy in everyday life, particularly through food. His first serious cookbook, "It’ll be Ready When It’s Ready", features 75 recipes and 55 drawings, celebrating the process of home cooking. Funded by Creative Scotland and riso-printed at Narture Studios, the book embodies his commitment to sustainability and waste reduction.
The exhibition expands on these themes, with works exploring food culture and the home dining experience. Every element prioritizes sustainability—using recycled materials, eco-friendly printing, and upcycled canvases. Even the cookbook production minimized waste, with offcuts repurposed for packaging. Join us in celebrating Smex’s playful and resourceful approach to art, food, and creativity!
Tues - Sat 10am 3pm
SHAPE by Narture Studios 32 Newmarket St, Ayr
Triratna Buddhist Group
Weekly on Tuesdays 6.30pm - 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
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
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
SKETCH in the air
Next Date: Thurs 20th March 6-8pm
An evening of aerial life drawing and live music
Join us for an inspiring evening of aerial life drawing paired with live music for a truly immersive experience. The art model, Sarah Bebe Holmes—a physical theater and circus performer—will captivate with her dynamic energy, incorporating aerial apparatus and striking, expressive poses. Accompanying her is Bado Reti, an accomplished multi-instrumentalist and composer, who will guide the evening with his mesmerizing music.
Immerse yourself in this unique fusion of art forms! Enhance your art portfolio, decorate your space, or elevate your social feed with striking figure drawings that are sure to impress.
Be a part of a supportive community of artists of all levels to nurture and immerse yourself in creativity.
There are LIMITED SPACES! Book early to snag your spot
£20 Single evening advance ticket
£25 Single evening at the door
SHAPE by Narture Studios 32 Newmarket St, Ayr
Goddess Clay Figurine Workshop: Celebrating International Women’s Day
Sat 8th March, 1pm - 3pm
Join us for a small group workshop where you'll be guided to create your very own goddess figurine from clay. This hands-on session will also include writing positive affirmations to accompany your creation. Participants will have the opportunity to add personal touches and decorations to make their figurine unique.
Across cultures, goddesses embody a wide range of feminine qualities, such as nurturing, creativity, wisdom, fertility, and even destruction. They can be protectors, warriors, creators, and guides, each reflecting a complex, multifaceted role. The concept of the goddess has long been a symbol of divine feminine power, influencing social and spiritual beliefs around the world.
The workshop will be relaxed and friendly, lasting for two hours. All materials will be provided, and examples of goddesses from various cultures will be shared, along with pieces from Rebecca's personal collection.
No prior experience with clay is needed—this workshop is open to complete beginners as well as those with previous clay experience.
MAKE by Narture Studios 30 Newmarket St, Ayr
Drawing & Riso Zine Workshop (Part of Smex’s Cookbook and Exhibition)
Sat 22nd March, 1pm - 3pm
Smex will be hosting a drawing and risograph workshop based on his cookbook and exhibition ‘It’ll Be Ready When It’s Ready’. In his own work, Smex draws quickly, intuitively and every single day, mainly with his ongoing ‘Drawing a Day Project’ where he has created one drawing daily since July 2018.
In this 2 hour long workshop, you’ll be taken through several quick drawing exercises, inspired by words and phrases found in recipes, to create some fast paced food-based drawings.
Once the drawings are complete, you'll learn about the magic of risograph printing.
Risograph printing, or riso printing, is a bold, eco-friendly print process from Japan that combines the look of screen printing with the speed of photocopying. Using soy-based inks and stencils, colours are layered one at a time, often creating playful misalignments and vibrant overlaps — giving each print a unique, handmade feel. Perfect for zines, posters, and experimental art, riso is fast, fun, and full of surprises!
Together, we’ll riso print a collective zine of everyone's work right there on the spot, and you'll get to take home your own copy as a fresh-off-the-press keepsake.
MAKE by Narture Studios 30 Newmarket St, Ayr
SMEX CAFE POP-UP: LATE LUNCH/EARLY DINNER
Sat 22nd March, 6pm - 8pm
Drop in for a casual cafe-style visit where Smex will be serving food and drinks for one night only in Shape on Saturday 22nd March. His exhibition ‘It’ll Be Ready When It’s Ready’ will be up on the walls and his cookbook of the same name, where the recipes for the food are taken from, will be available to browse.
Your ticket gets you as much soup, sandwiches, salad and snacks as you like and you’ll also get a free print to takeaway.
This is the 3rd version of Smex Cafe, a pop up installation combining art and food, since 2017. It started as Smex’s Edinburgh College of Art Degree Show piece and was also an outdoor cafe on the street at Leith Walk Police Box in 2020.
Venue to be announced
Mixology - An evening of Canapes, cocktails, live music & performance
Sat 29th March, 7pm - 10pm
Step into a world where craft cocktails & canapés meet mesmerising music & spectacular circus performance.
MIXOLOGY is a stunning blend of live music & performance set against a backdrop of sleek ambiance. Sip on expertly crafted cocktails, indulge in gourmet canapés and let the night unfold in a swirl of rhythm and movement.
Join us for an evening where every sip, sound, and spectacle is curated to perfection.
Featuring Blues/Rock Fusion Trio Tiptrick & circus artist Sarah Bebe Holmes
SHAPE by Narture Studios 32 Newmarket St, Ayr
An Evening with Sugato Bhaduri: Indian Mandolin Concert
Wed 16th April, 7pm - 9pm
Prepare to be transported by the soul-stirring melodies of Sugato Bhaduri, one of India’s most sought-after mandolin virtuosos, as he brings the timeless beauty of Hindustani classical music to life. Renowned as Mandolin Gandharva, Sugato has captivated audiences worldwide with his unique ability to blend Gayaki-ang (vocal style) and Tantrakari (instrumental style), creating a rich and immersive musical experience.
This special concert offers a rare opportunity to witness Sugato’s virtuosity and deep emotional connection with his instrument. His crystal-clear taans, rhythmic intricacy, and profound interpretation of ragas promise an evening of meditative beauty and exhilarating musical exploration.
Adding to this evening of cultural richness, Irfan Merchant of Merchant Ayurveda will present poetry, weaving words that reflect the deep spiritual and philosophical traditions intertwined with Indian classical music. His evocative verses will provide an additional layer of depth, making this a truly immersive artistic experience.
A fully stocked bar will be available on the night, serving a selection of soft drinks and alcoholic beverages, so you can sit back, relax, and fully immerse yourself in this enchanting evening of music and poetry.
Join us for an unforgettable night of Indian classical music and poetry, where melody and verse come together to create a truly mesmerising experience.
SHAPE by Narture Studios 32 Newmarket St, Ayr
Goddess Clay Figurine Workshop
Sat 19th April, 1pm - 3pm
Join us for a small group workshop where you'll be guided to create your very own goddess figurine from clay. This hands-on session will also include writing positive affirmations to accompany your creation. Participants will have the opportunity to add personal touches and decorations to make their figurine unique.
Across cultures, goddesses embody a wide range of feminine qualities, such as nurturing, creativity, wisdom, fertility, and even destruction. They can be protectors, warriors, creators, and guides, each reflecting a complex, multifaceted role. The concept of the goddess has long been a symbol of divine feminine power, influencing social and spiritual beliefs around the world.
The workshop will be relaxed and friendly, lasting for two hours. All materials will be provided, and examples of goddesses from various cultures will be shared, along with pieces from Rebecca's personal collection.
No prior experience with clay is needed—this workshop is open to complete beginners as well as those with previous clay experience.
MAKE by Narture Studios 30 Newmarket St, Ayr
Family Healing Workshop
Sat 26th April, 10am - 5pm
Have you ever wondered why you always end up acting the same way when facing certain situations and why these situations seem to be coming back over and over again in your life or seem to be running in your family?
Join tricia and Aurore for a powerful day of Exploring and Revealing unconscious patterns in your life. Take the first step to understanding and dismantling the beliefs and conditioning that has shaped your world. Awareness empowers you to break the chains once and for all of the repeated patterns and cycles that keep you stuck on an endless wheel.
In this workshop, you will be taking the first step in understanding and dismantling the beliefs and conditioning that has shaped your world. You will go through practical exercises and rituals to explore, reveal and liberate yourself and subsequently your family from these patterns and cycles.
The practices used in this workshop are suitable to anyone who is willing to investigate within themselves and raise their awareness on their own situations.
Tricia and Aurore have been walking the path for over 15 years. Their combined experiences bring a wealth of active listening skills and empathy for each individual sacred story. Their interests and field of experience range from Steiner Education to Shamanism, Stillness, Non Duality and more. In their hands we truly trust you will feel empowered and nurtured.
Narture Studios, 34 Newmarket St, Ayr
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