Drawn Together

Intergenerational, inclusive art sessions that connect people through creativity

Drawn Together is our gentle, welcoming art programme that brings people of all ages from ages 8+ and abilities into the same creative space.
Led by mouth-painting artist Sarah Barker and guest artists (including disabled, blind and partially sighted creatives), these sessions are all about connection, expression and belonging.

No pressure. No perfection. Just people, art and time together.

What is Drawn Together?

Drawn Together is a series of relaxed, fully accessible art sessions where we explore:

Drawing, painting and mark-making
Texture, colour and pattern
Simple, playful creative techniques
Collaborative and individual artwork
Storytelling through images rather than words

Every session is paced gently, with plenty of time to chat, experiment and enjoy the process. You don’t need to be “good at art” — if you can make a mark, you’re welcome.

Who is it for?

Drawn Together is designed for mixed-age, mixed-ability groups, including:

Disabled adults and young people
Older people and those who may be isolated or lonely
Carers and family members
People living with long-term conditions
Community groups and wellbeing projects
Anyone who wants a calm, creative space to breathe and connect

We especially welcome those who don’t usually feel represented or comfortable in mainstream art spaces.
This is a space where you can show up exactly as you are.

What happens in a session?

Each session is slightly different, but a typical Drawn Together workshop might include:

A warm welcome and simple introductions
A short demonstration or inspiration from Sarah or a guest artist
Gentle, step-by-step creative activities using accessible materials
Options to work individually or in small groups
Time to explore texture, colour and mark-making at your own pace
Space to pause, chat and share (if you want to)
A relaxed, no-judgement atmosphere where there is no wrong way to create

We adapt the activities to suit the people in the room — including seated options, large-grip tools where useful, visual prompts, sensory supports and plenty of one-to-one help from our volunteers.

Why Drawn Together?

Drawn Together is about more than making art. It’s about:

Connection – meeting others, sharing space and feeling less alone
Confidence – rediscovering your creativity and feeling proud of what you make
Wellbeing – taking time out to relax, focus and play

Inclusion – being in a room where disability, age and difference are respected and celebrated

Representation – learning from disabled artists and creatives with lived experience

Art becomes the bridge that brings people together – across generations, backgrounds and abilities.

Accessibility

As a disability-led organisation, accessibility is built into Drawn Together from the start:

Step-free, wheelchair-friendly venues where possible
Seated and table-based activities
Flexible timings and pacing
Clear instructions and visual examples
Friendly volunteers on hand to support
Sensory-aware approach (we can adapt lighting, noise and pace)
Space to arrive late, leave early or take breaks if needed

If you or someone you support has specific access needs, you’re always welcome to let us know in advance so we can help you feel comfortable.

For Community Groups, Hubs & Organisations

Drawn Together can be delivered:

In community centres, village halls and hubs
In wellbeing groups or carer support spaces
In supported housing / residential settings
As part of health and social prescribing projects
Alongside existing adult learning or community programmes

We can design one-off taster sessions or a series of workshops tailored to your group’s needs, timetable and funding.

Want to bring Drawn Together to your community?

We’d love to talk about how Drawn Together could work for your:

Community group
Organisation or charity
Health or wellbeing project
Carer or support network
Housing or day service

Reach out via our Contact page and mention “Drawn Together”.