Paint Your Happy Little Canvas!

Bob Ross is an iconic landscape painter of the 1970s, who has swept the world with his mellow voice and joy of painting. An American painter, art instructor, and television host, he was the creator and host of 'The Joy of Painting', an instructional TV program that aired from 1983 to 1994. It's iconic status still lives on today, inspiring people to paint as a way of practicing creativity, relaxation, and mindfulness.

Neurodivergent, also known as "Neurospicy" which is a playful, informal term used within some neurodiverse communities to describe neurodiversity in a positive and celebratory way. It’s a way of embracing and celebrating differences in cognitive processing, sensory experiences, and behaviour. Just come down to your common room and enjoy your afternoon by painting a landscape or two, with the help of Bob Ross. 🙌🏼

We will be providing most of the materials you're going to need, but we encourage you to bring your own as well! 🎨 And, as always, free drinks and snacks to help fuel your creativity and imagination. 🙌🏼

Halls Life Accessibility:

- We encourage people from all neurodivergent communities to join this event

- This will be a quiet event with drink and food provided

- Gender neutral, and accessible toilets available

- PA tickets considered upon request

- Quiet areas throughout the event

- Dietary requirements and allergies accommodated for

In our common rooms 

All common rooms have step free access and ground floor access to a gender-neutral bathroom. Various seating is available in the space throughout the event arrive early to ensure you save a spot. 

Some halls of residence have multiple common areas, some with outdoor space. If there is high demand for an event all spaces will be utilised to allow everyone to feel comfortable.

If you have any other access needs or concerns, please contact us directly hallslife@arts.ac.uk before the event, and we will do our best to support you.