WE ARE NEON — FREE PORTRAIT WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP
WE ARE NEON — FREE PORTRAIT WORKSHOPS
Want to be part of Worcester’s glowing portrait installation for Bridges Of Light 2026?
Join us on 15 or 16 October, 6:30–8pm at The Artery to create your own portrait using neon acrylic paint and mirrors which will be displayed at WE ARE NEON during the Bridges of Light festival.
No experience needed. You’ll be guided through the process step by step, creating your portrait entirely in neon acrylic paint. At the end of the workshop, we’ll turn on the UV lights and you’ll get to see your portrait come alive and glow in the dark.
Your portrait will become part of WE ARE NEON — a co-created installation celebrating the people of Worcester.
Suitable for beginners · Over 14s · Free to book · hot drinks included
Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult who has also booked a place.
Thursday 15 October · 6:30–8pm
Friday 16 October · 6:30–8pm
Places are limited and booking is essential.
Location: The Artery, Arch 28, Croft Walk, Worcester, WR1 3BD
Accessibility
We want everyone to feel welcome at The Artery.
Arch 28 is fully step-free and wheelchair accessible, with wide, level access throughout the venue and a large accessible WC. Our spaces are on one level, making it easy to move between the gallery, workshop and studio areas.
We’re happy to accommodate different access needs wherever we can. If you have a question about accessibility, or there’s something you’d like us to arrange before your visit, please get in touch — we’re always happy to help.
Getting here
We’re tucked away in the railway arches on Croft Walk, Worcester WR1 3BD, right by The Hive and just a few minutes from Worcester city centre.
On foot
From Worcester city centre, head towards The Hive and the river. We’re along Croft Walk, at the bottom of the railway arches. It’s around a 5–10 minute walk from the city centre.
From Worcester Foregate Street Station
We’re really easy to find. Walk directly out of the station and follow the railway arches down towards The Hive. We’re at the bottom, just before you reach The Hive — around a 5-minute walk.
By car
There are several car parks within walking distance. Croft Road and Cattle Market are both nearby. Croft Road is in the green parking zone, while Cattle Market is in the amber zone.
By bus
Most city-centre bus services stop within easy walking distance. Head towards Foregate Street / The Hive, then follow Croft Walk towards the railway arches.
Our address
The Artery Studios – Arch 28
Croft Walk
Worcester
WR1 3BD
Have a question?
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