Explore the connections between plants and queer identities, as we find inspiration to create our own zines in this workshop.
Have you heard of the Lavender Menace or the Pansy Craze?
Join Rainbow Roots as we explore the connections between flowers and queer identities, at this zine-making workshop.
What is a Zine? Discover this unique medium and how to construct your zine.
Discussion: Explore a history of connections between flowers and identity - from flowers adopted as a symbol for a queer movements, to ‘bisexual’ plants which have both male and female reproductive anatomy.
Make Your Own: Taking inspiration from the discussion and materials from the RHS Lindley Library collection, get designing your zine using a mixture of collage, writing and drawing.
Publish: Duplicate and share your zines!
All materials are provided. Participation in discussions and sharing your zine is optional for those who feel comfortable to share.
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Workshop Leader
Who are Rainbow Roots? - Rainbow Roots is the name of the RHS's network for LGBTQ+ Staff and Allies. The network aims to ensure LGBTQ+ staff are supported and empowered to fully participate and thrive within the organisation.
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Event Details
Doors open at 6.00pm, with the workshop beginning at 6.30pm.
Tickets for this event are required, with the ticket cost supporting the RHS Lindley Library. Some tickets will be available on the door. RHS membership not required.
To keep the event as accessible as possible you can choose a full price ticket (£10), or you can make a donation of an amount affordable to you.
Discover more events at the Lindley Library with Lindley Live and Lindley Late.
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Contact
For any questions, including accessibility enquiries, please email library@rhs.org.uk
Discover more about the RHS Lindley Library via our website, social media and new Digital Collections.
The image in the banner is Plate 12 from the book 'Flowers from Shakespeare's garden: A posy from the plays' illustrated by Walter Crane (1845-1915). Dated 1906 and published by Cassell & Co Ltd. Find more inspiration with the RHS Digital Collections.