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Simon Carter: From the Landscape Exhibition Events
Saturday 10 October 2026 - Saturday 09 January 2027
Explore the world of Simon Carter: From the Landscape through a vibrant programme of exhibition tours, creative workshops, talks and conversations inspired by landscapes, place, observation and the ways artists interpret the world around us.
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Firstsite Fabulous Fridays
Friday 16 October 2026
Immerse yourself in a world of unlimited creativity at our monthly Fabulous Fridays with unique workshops, art, tasty treats and great films!
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Colchester Arts Society Presents: From The Landscape: Building an Exhibition with Simon Carter
Thursday 29 October 2026
7:00 pm
Colchester Art Society invites you to the Autumn Lecture at Firstsite, with CAS President Simon Carter.
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Boozy Brushes – Paint Your Pal
Friday 30 October 2026
7:30 pm
Join Sirena Hart at Firstsite for Boozy Brushes a multi-art, Drag entertainment painting class extravaganza where you can your pal!
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Free
Free Tai Chi with Lu Yu
Friday 13 November 2026
6:00 pm
This free, one-hour beginner-friendly session will introduce you to the fundamental 24-step Yang Style Tai-Chi in a peaceful atmosphere accompanied by soothing music.
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The Firstsite Art Fair
Saturday 14 November 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Firstsite Art Fair brings together a diverse range of artists, collectors, art lovers and all who are simply curious about art.
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Jumbo: The White Elephant That Built the Modern State Talk with David Grocott
Saturday 14 November 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Love it or loathe it, Jumbo has a story to tell. Discover how Colchester’s iconic water tower became the centre of a Victorian debate about public health, taxation and the role of local government with historian and researcher David Grocott.
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Portfolio Surgery – Morning Sessions
Saturday 14 November 2026
11:00 am
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Book a one-on-one session at our free Artist Portfolio Surgery, where an industry expert will provide professional guidance.
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Portfolio Surgery – Afternoon Sessions
Saturday 14 November 2026
12:30 pm
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Book a one-on-one session at our free Artist Portfolio Surgery, where an industry expert will provide professional guidance.
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Simon Carter and Sally Shaw in Conversation with Hana Loftus
Saturday 12 December 2026
6:30 pm
Join artist Simon Carter, Firstsite Director Sally Shaw and architect, planner and writer Hana Loftus for a special conversation exploring the ideas, influences and inspirations behind Simon Carter: From the Landscape.
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