HACKDATEY - Queer Life Drawing Speed Dating + Friend Making

Join us for HACKDATEY - Queer Life Drawing Speed Dating + Friend Making on Monday 21st October at 19:30 in East London. This event is all about celebrating queer culture and fostering connections through a unique combination of life drawing and speed dating + friend making activities.

At Hackdatey we are looking for new ways to connect with one another outside the monotonous script of dating. We skip the small talk and get straight to the shits n gigs by connecting through the power of drawing.

You will be each others model (clothed dont worry aha). We’ll be focusing on portraits of each other and each round will be with someone new and with a different task in hand… expect funny and silly prompts to get you talking, drawing, laughing and crying (tears of joy, promise).

There really is no pressure whatsoever. We promise a safe, inclusive and relaxed environment where you can unleash your creativity and meet other queer folk in a very low pressured and easy going environment. The evening encourages you to let go of expectation and judgement and focus on being present in this hilarious and joyful drawing experience.

Come with a curious mind and your worst drawing skills! If you can laugh together… you’re on the right track! And who knows… you could meet someone special :)

Some Housekeeping:

- Hackdatey is open to queer people of all genders and orientations.

- Whether you're an experienced artist or just love to doodle, this event welcomes all skill levels.

- You will not be getting naked, we will be doing portraits of each other!

- Ages 24 - 38 (rough guide)

- All materials privided.

- Discrimination in any form will not be tolerated at our event.

The event is hosted by photographer and artist Emily George (@emilygeorge.me) and illustrator Amelie Barnath (@ameliebarnath)

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Cant wait to see you all there! :) :) Email with any questions you might have!

Host or Publisher Emily George