Trash Self-Portrait Workshop | Finding Beauty in the Mess | Friday 21st November 5:30 - 7:30
Trash Self-Portrait Workshop | Finding Beauty in the Mess | Friday 21st November 5:30 - 7:30
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About the workshop
Ready to ditch perfection and embrace the chaos?
Join me for Trash Drawing | Self-Portrait Edition, it's a playful, expressive workshop where we celebrate messy lines, crooked noses, and raw emotion.
This isn’t about creating a “perfect” portrait. It’s about letting go, laughing at the chaos, and reconnecting with yourself through spontaneous mark-making. Whether you’re an artist, a doodler, or someone who swears they “can’t even draw a stick figure,” this session will help you rediscover the joy of creating purely for fun.
Expect good tunes, good vibes, and zero pressure — just your beautiful, unfiltered self on paper.
🎨 What to Expect
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Guided warm-up to loosen your hand and mind
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Trash-drawing exercises to break creative blocks
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A self-portrait session with a twist — bold, messy, and full of personality
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Reflection, laughter, and connection with fellow creatives
✨ Includes
All art materials, guidance, and refreshments are provided.
Just bring yourself (and maybe a friend who needs to let loose too).
📍 Location
Alejandro’s Gallery | Workshops | Collective
291 Hunter Street, Newcastle NSW 2300
🕒 Run Time
Friday 21 November 2025
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Approx. 1.5 hours — please arrive 15 minutes early so we can start on time.
🪩 Spots
Limited to 12 people — small, intimate, and full of laughter so everyone can relax, connect, and create.
Feel free to bring food and drinks for yourself
💫 What to Expect
💫 What to Expect
A relaxed, creative session where you’ll explore, create, and connect. Each workshop includes guidance, all materials, and a safe, supportive space to express yourself.
🎨 What’s Included
🎨 What’s Included
All art materials are supplied, paints, brushes, tote bags, paper, etc. You just need to bring yourself (and maybe a friend). BYO food and drink if you like.
🌈 Who Can Join
🌈 Who Can Join
Everyone is welcome — no experience needed. Whether you’re a first-time painter or a seasoned creative, this space is open to all ages, backgrounds, and identities.
⏰ Duration & Arrival
⏰ Duration & Arrival
The workshop runs for 2.5 hours. Please try to arrive 15 minutes early so we can get settled, chat, and start on time we don’t want to keep anyone waiting.
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Art with a purpose
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Ally Friendly
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First Nations Artist
Everyone is welcome at Aléjandro's
Everyone is welcome no experience needed, just bring your curiosity and an open heart.
All materials supplied unless stated.
Alejandro Lauren
I’m Alejandro Lauren, also known as Wayde Clarke. Alejandro is my alter ego a part of me that allows me to be loud and proud. I created them to break out of my comfort zone, to step into a space where I can truly shine, pushing past my own boundaries and embracing the fabulous person we all are.
My art is deeply tied to the human experience and emotion. I believe that the one thing that connects us all is how we navigate life’s challenges how we cope, manage, and share our stories. Through my work, I’ve learned to embrace vulnerability, sharing my own experiences and stories in the hope that others might see themselves reflected in my art. I want my work to help people connect, relate, and even heal, just as it has done for me.
Each piece is a journey of colour, emotion, and meaning, celebrating life, culture, and the power of human connection. I invite you to explore my art, and I hope it resonates with you on a personal level.
Thank you for stopping by, and I hope my work brings you as much healing and inspiration as it has brought me.