Since 1994, Bow Arts have nurtured London’s diverse creativity and talent – creating opportunities to work, learn and enjoy affordable, lifelong access to the arts.

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Our studios connect artists with local communities, where they can meet other creatives and develop professionally. We give communities greater access to and interaction with the arts, through our learning programme, workshops, exhibitions and events.

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Artist social: life drawing in the Nunnery with Jamie Zubairi and Thamesmead Life Drawing

Thursday 7th December 2023, 6:00pm to 8:30pm , Nunnery Gallery, 181 Bow Road

Bringing together our artist community, spend a relaxed evening at a unique life drawing experience in the Nunnery Gallery hosted by Thamesmead Life Drawing’s Jamie Zubairi. All levels of experience are welcome!

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