Join us for a day of walking, gathering and print-making with artist Adam Shield, and tune into the post-industrial landscape of Thamesmead. Beginning with a guided walk on the Thames River Path, we will gather materials, surface rubbings and detritus from the landscape. By listening, writing and drawing, we will create psychogeographic records of the environment.
In the afternoon, each participant will each create a two-colour risograph print from their foraged materials. Collaging visual references, writing and other gathered materials onto the Risograph scan bed, documenting our personal and subjective encounters with a place. Participants will go home with a two-colour risograph print of their making!
All workshop attendees will receive a free TACO! Print Studio Associate Membership for one year, meaning they will be able to return to use the Print Studio and receive discounts of 40% on paper, ink and masters, and 30% on Print Studio bookings.
All materials are provided, as well as a light lunch.
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Please note:
This workshop is ticketed on a sliding scale £15-25, please book here.
The workshop is not suitable for persons under 18 years of age. Participants must be over 18.
The first part of the workshop includes a walk of 45-60 minutes in duration. The route is accessible but please let us know if you have any questions or access needs, as there may be rougher ground and steps during the walk.
Attendees should wear suitable clothing and footwear for walking.
There are a number of Unwaged/Concession places available.
Priority will be given to local people living in Thamesmead and the immediate surrounding area.
If the workshop is fully booked, please join the waiting list.
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This event is part of the programme connecting to Flood Drill, an exhibition of new work by artist Adam Shield.
Adam Shield (1988) is an artist from Newcastle upon Tyne who lives and works in London. He has exhibited nationally, including at the Drawing Room, the Showroom (London), the Priestman Gallery, Baltic 39, Belmacz, Royal Academy of Arts, and Glasgow International. He co-runs Long Distance Press with Thomas Whittle. Their public artwork Hand Over Hand in Paddington Square opened in July 2025.
