Leek Loves Books Festival Presents: Blackout Poetry Bash Workshop

Event information

Join local artist and creative mentor, Jools Teare at this creative workshop designed to spark imagination and celebrate the written word at the Leek Loves Books Festival on Saturday 7th June – This is a ticketed event with limited spaces, so booking is essential.
Best for: All ages, beginners to creatives, poetry lovers and anyone seeking a unique artistic outlet! (Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult).
What to expect: Participants use old book pages to craft unique poetry by blacking out unwanted text and enhancing their creations with artistic flourishes to make a personalised piece of blackout poetry art to take home.
Jools Teare is an artist and creative mentor with a passion for celebrating individuality and creativity. Jools specialises in interactive workshops that engage participants of all ages and skill levels. Her workshops focus upon blending artistic exploration and literary inspiration, creating memorable experiences that align perfectly with the spirit of the Leek Loves Books Festival.
Disclaimer: Leek Loves Books does not accept any responsibility for unaccompanied children. All children attending any events, workshops or activities must be accompanied by a responsible adult at any festival sites. This includes The Foxlowe Arts Centre, Moorlands House and any workshops offered by other partners for the Leek Loves Books Festival.
We also need to add: By attending the Leek Loves Books Festival and any events, workshops or activities falling under the Leek Loves Books Festival programme, you are consenting to having your photographs taken which may be used for publicity and promotion at any of our future events on our website and social media etc. Please make yourself known to a member of the Leek Loves books team if you do not wish to be photographed at each activity.
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Date 7th June 2025
Start time 12:00-13:30
Ticket Price £7 per person
Quantity of tickets 15