Reflections of Belonging
Creative Wellbeing Through Mixed Media Art
Join visual artist Syrraa Ali for three friendly and relaxed art workshops exploring identity, memory, emotions and belonging through creativity.
These workshops are for people from racialised communities, including people from migrant, diaspora and culturally diverse backgrounds, and those who may have experiences of migration, resettlement or cultural displacement.
The sessions are also welcoming to young adults and women, as well as people who may be experiencing isolation or barriers to accessing arts and wellbeing opportunities.
You don't need any previous art experience. Everyone is welcome, and you can express yourself in your own way without having to share anything personal.
🌿 15 September – Memory & Identity
Explore your story, roots and identity through collage, texture, colour and visual storytelling.
🎨 22 September – Emotion & Belonging
Use colour, layers and mixed media to express feelings, places and what belonging means to you.
🤝 29 September – Collective Reflection
Create together, share ideas and bring your artwork together to create a collective piece for the exhibition.
All sessions will be at
📍 Little Art Hub, 55 High Street, Galashiels TD1 1RZ
🕛 12pm–2pm
🎨 All materials provided
💚 Free to attend
✨ No art experience required
The workshops are part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival 2026 and will lead towards an exhibition at Little Art Hub and Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival 2026.
Come along, be creative, meet others and explore what belonging means to you.
