Bow Skills workshop: poetry writing on memories and emotions with Tasneim Zyada
Wednesday 23rd July 2025 , 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Join London-based Palestinian poet and international performer Tasneim Zyada in a workshop as we explore memories and emotions through creative writing. This class is open to all abilities, from first time writers to writing veterans looking for inspiration!
Join London-based Palestinian poet Tasneim Zyada in a workshop as we explore memories and emotions through creative writing.
FAQs
Do I have to share what I write?
Not at all, there are opportunities in the workshop where you can share as much or as little as you’d like, however the priority is that everyone is able to express themselves for themselves first. The workshop is set up in a way that caters to different compatibility levels, so hopefully you’re able to find a gentle space for you to creatively explore.
How do you cater to a gentle space to explore?
The intention is for everyone to come as they are and there are three stages to the workshop that are mindfully structured to cater to everyone’s capacity: 1) filling the well 2) filling your cup 3) express yourself.
Do you have to be a writer to come?
Nope. Whether you’re trying out writing for the first time or are a writing veteran that needs some inspiration to overcome some writer’s block, all abilities are welcome.
This is an interactive and reflective workshop with plenty of opportunities for you to take a moment for yourself if needed. Through this class you will:
- Create your own poems or any form of writing that touches on memory and emotions.
- Gain inspiration and techniques that can be applied in your artistic practice.
- Have the chance to connect with other artists and practitioners with similar interests.
This event will be held in our Courtyard Room at Bow Arts Trust, 183 Bow Road, London E3 2SJ.
Concession rate applies to students, over 65s, under 18s, Bow Arts artists, National Art Pass members, and key workers.
More about Tasneim Zyada
Tasneim Zyada is a published Palestinian writer and multidisciplinary artist based in London. A calm storm in the spoken word scene, she started out in 2015 as a regular performer at London open mics. Tasneim’s words have since taken her internationally featuring in numerous festivals – notably: AWAN Fest, Bloomsbury, You Belong Here at the Southbank Centre and the Athen’s International Video Poetry Festival in Greece.
Delivering hard-hitting tales in her unique mix of humour and heart-ache on stage, Tasneim’s writing explores the generational stories that rise within her own. Her other accolades include facilitating sold out poetry workshops, voice over work and community building projects.
Recently, Tasneim made her curatorial debut with ‘addour 3elik’ – an exhibition on belongings and displacement that opened in May 2025.
@tasneimzyada across social media platforms to stay updated on upcoming shows and project releases.
About Bow Skills
Bow Arts seeks to support creative professionals at all stages of their careers. In 2015 Bow Arts launched Bow Skills in response to an artist survey which showed over 90% of practicing artists find it useful to receive further support outside formal education.
Bow Skills is a dynamic and relevant programme of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) which is informed by an artist steering group and open to all creative practitioners across London. The programme of talks, panel discussions, new skills labs and peer crits is open to all, with concession rates available to students, over 65s, under 18s, Bow Arts artists and key workers.
Access information
The Bow Arts Trust offices have step-free access throughout from street level, including to the accessible toilet, and is service animal friendly. This venue does not have a hearing loop system. Accessible parking is not available on-site.
If you have any questions regarding accessibility at this venue or event, would like to make us aware of any access requirements that you have in advance of visiting, or would like this information in an alternate format including Easy Read, please email nunnery@bowarts.com or call 020 8980 7774 (Ext. 3)
Access requirements could include things like providing equipment, services or support (e.g. information in Easy Read, speech to text software, additional 1:1 support), adjusting workshop timings (e.g. more break times), adjustments to the event space (e.g. making sure you have a seat near the entrance) or anything else you can think of!
Transport Information
Nearest station(s): Bow Road (District and Hammersmith and City lines) is a 6-minute walk away, and Bow Church (DLR) is a 3-minute walk away. Bus: 205, 25, 425, A8, D8, 108, 276, 488 and 8 all service the surrounding area. Bike: Bicycle parking is located at Bow Church Station. The nearest Santander Cycles docking station is at Bow Church Station.
Address: Bow Arts Trust, 183 Bow Road, London, E3 2SJ
Opening hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm
