Christmas Community Art Studio
In collaboration with art’otel London Battersea Power Station
Dates: 1st December 2023 - 5th January 2024
This December Nine Elms Arts Ministry have teamed up with art’otel to bring together artists, community and hotel guests in an interactive, festive installation that grows and develops throughout the festive period and celebrates the season - and the diversity and creativity of Battersea, Nine Elms. All this within the ar’tbeat studio of the stunning art’otel London opposite Battersea Power Station.
Giant Mural - Nativity Scene
The first and central part of the project is a residency by Italian artist Adalberto Lonardi from 1st – 9th December. In his unique and colourful style, Adalberto will create a giant mural depicting a modern take on a nativity scene, set in the heart of Battersea and Nine Elms. Battersea residents and visitors can sign up for exclusive two-hour slots on 1st, 2nd, 7th and 8th December to help Adalberto paint this unique artwork.
From 12th - 15th December we will be inviting other local artists - representing a range of cultures and faiths - to visit the studio and respond to the mural and the theme in their own style and media, to create an exhibition of work that will be on display for the duration of the project.
The studio will also be fully open to the public from 16th December – 5th Jan. Come along and take some time out of the busyness of the season, with some mindful colouring of Christmas cards designed by Adalberto. Or create your own response to the mural and other art – with the free materials provided.
There will also be a range of free festive workshops and events - see more info below!
Adalberto Lonardi
Adalberto works at the intersection of art and design with a focus on public engagement and community empowerment, partnering with small and large organisations. His work looks to transform people’s collective voices into modern art, interweaving culture with education for all ages and abilities. Born in Italy, he trained as a designer at the Benetton Group’s Fabrica communication research centre under the guidance of designer *Jaime Hayon. Later after earning a master’s degree in interior design at the Royal College of Art, he has set up Adalberto Lonardi Studios with recent projects including collaborations with Foster + Partners, Wimbledon Foundation, the Venice Biennale, Southwark Cathedral and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. He lectures at the Royal College of Art and is the chief Creative Officer at the London-based community organisation, Katherine Low Settlement.
See more of Adalberto’s work on Instagram
Come & Get Creative!
Carols by the Counter – A Festive Sing-along
Thursday 14th December 4.30-5pm
Carol singing outside Tozi Counter. The festive sing-along will be led by the children’s choir of St Mary’s RC Primary School, Battersea. Enjoy 50% off Frangelico, Hot Chocolate and Mulled Wine from Tozi Counter from 4-5.30pm! Tozi Counter, 3 Electric Boulevard, Battersea Power Station,
Open Studio - Art Exhibition & Christmas Creativity
16th December – 5th Jan
Drop in anytime to the art’beat studio at art’otel to view Adalberto Lonardi’s stunning Battersea Nativity mural and enjoy an exhibition of supporting artworks by artists from a range of cultures, faiths and backgrounds. Sit at the art table and create your own response or enjoy some mindful colouring with beautiful Christmas cards, especially designed by Adalberto - free arts materials will be provided.
Christmas Bauble Decorating - Creative Workshop
Tuesday 19th December 6.15-7.30pm and 7.45-9pm
Hosted by local artist, Nirali Patel, these FREE creative workshops are for adults only. Booking in advance is essential as places are limited - sign up to our newsletter to be the first to access the sign up form.
Christmas Eve - Follow The Star to Bethlehem
Sunday 24th December 2pm
A magical hour-long experience for all the family, featuring: Christmas crafting, carol singing and an interactive retelling of the Christmas story - we are all children on Christmas Eve, so come and join us whether you are 2 or 102! With festive refreshments.
Visit our Calendar to see more details of each event!
FOLLOW THE STAR
Christmas Community Art Studio
Where? The art’beat Studio, art’otel London Battersea Power Station 1 Electric Boulevard, SW11 8BJ
When? 1st Dec – 5th Jan
