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Firepit Art Gallery and Studios CIC: Launching Our First Grant-Funded Project – FIREPIT FEELS

We’re thrilled to share some fantastic news — Firepit Art Gallery and Studios CIC has received our very first grant as a Community Interest Company! Thanks to the Greenwich Healthier Communities Fund, we’re able to bring an inspiring new initiative to life: FIREPIT FEELS.

This milestone marks an exciting step forward in our mission to make creativity accessible, inclusive, and nurturing for everyone. With the support of this grant, we’re launching a pilot programme of free and pay-what-you-can workshopsdesigned to foster creative health and wellbeing within our local community.

About FIREPIT FEELS

FIREPIT FEELS is a culturally-rooted series of workshops taking place in Greenwich Peninsula, created to support and uplift individuals from Global Majority, LGBTQIA+, and Neurodiverse communities, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Our aim is to offer a welcoming, affirming space where creativity, culture, and connection come together to enhance emotional and mental wellbeing.

We warmly invite you to take part in any — or all — of our upcoming sessions:

November 12th, 7–9pm – 🎨 Inhabiting Uncertainty on the Canvas — Painting Workshop
November 23rd, 1–3pm – 🧘‍♀️ Unfold: Movement & Meaning — Yoga & Journalling
December 14th, 1–3pm – 🧵 Chinese Knotting Jewellery & Mindfulness
January 8th, 7–9pm – ✏️ Our Art Circle — Drawing Workshop
January 22nd, 7–9pm – 📚 Queer Narrative — Collaging and Storytelling
January 31st, 1–3pm – 🌿 Creative Connections — Meditation & Sustainable Crafting

You can find more details and book your place for any of the sessions

Designed with Care and Accessibility in Mind

Every aspect of FIREPIT FEELS has been developed collaboratively, with guidance from an Accessibility Consultantand a Psychotherapist, ensuring that the programme is inclusive, neurodiversity-affirming, and trauma-informed.

Each session is relaxed and supportive. We’ll provide sensory aids for those who find them helpful, and a dedicated welfare support guide will be on hand to make sure everyone feels safe, comfortable, and welcome throughout.

About Firepit Art Gallery and Studios CIC

Located in the heart of Greenwich Peninsula, Firepit Art Gallery and Studios CIC is a community-led art hub that celebrates creativity in all its forms. Our mission is to make the arts accessible, inclusive, and sustainable by hosting co-created workshops, exhibitions, and events that reflect the diverse voices of our community.

Run by local artists, we believe in the power of art to connect people, spark dialogue, and support wellbeing. Whether you’re a seasoned creative or a complete beginner, Firepit is your space to explore, express, and belong.

To stay updated on our events, projects, and exhibitions,

Together, let’s make Firepit Feels a space where creativity truly heals, connects, and inspires.

https://www.firepit.art

https://www.firepit.art/newsletter

BUSTOUT 100

Steven Smith pops along to the exhibition thats a breast a head of the others.

Piluca Camino Alcon and Annemarie Bickerton who did the photography .

BUSTOUT 100: A Powerful Exhibition Raising Awareness for Breast Cancer all photography by Annemarie Bickerton

The BUSTOUT 100 exhibition, designed and executed by Anne Marie, Bickerton and Piluca Camino Alcon is a striking artistic initiative created to raise awareness of breast cancer in partnership with the Pink Ribbon Foundation. This compelling exhibition showcases a collection of 100 powerful black-and-white portraits, each capturing the essence of resilience, solidarity, and hope.

Dr Anna Kennedy amongst the guest .,

Displayed at Firepit Art Gallery (@art.firepit) in North Greenwich, this exhibition brings together individuals who have faced breast cancer firsthand, alongside those who stand in support—whether they be family members, friends, medical professionals, or advocates. The portraits serve as a testament to courage and unity, reinforcing the impact of collective strength in the face of adversity.

Through striking imagery, BUSTOUT 100 highlights the importance of breast cancer awareness, early detection, and ongoing support for those affected. Each portrait tells a story—of survival, of loss, of love, and of unwavering determination. The black-and-white aesthetic adds depth and emotion, emphasizing the raw and real experiences of those involved.

Piluca Camino Alcon and Steven Smith

The exhibition is not only an artistic endeavor but also a movement, encouraging conversations around breast cancer, breaking down stigmas, and inspiring action. It aims to remind viewers that no one fights alone and that raising awareness can lead to greater support, funding, and medical advancements in the battle against this disease.

Pink Ribbon team Lisa Allen https://www.pinkribbonfoundation.org.uk/news/921-bustout-100

BUSTOUT 100 is being hosted at Firepit Art Gallery (@art.firepit) on Greenwich Peninsula (@greenwich.peninsula) and runs from 7th March to 5th April. Visitors are encouraged to explore the exhibition, reflect on the stories behind the images, and show their support for the Pink Ribbon Foundation (@pinkribbonfoundation) and the incredible individuals depicted in these portraits.

Don’t miss this extraordinary display of strength, unity, and awareness.

Amongst the celebrities that attended were Dj Jojo Kelly , actor Gary Webster Wendy Webster and Victoria Ekanoye