Visual Communication

\- Meet at 10:30 on the seats near the information desk in the Great Court\. \- Individual tuition with helpful step by step explanations\, demonstrations as you draw in the galleries\. \- Share your work with other students in the cafe are of the Great Court\, located nest to the Sainsbury Exhibitions Gallery\. The British Museum houses sculptures from many different cultures, many of which are from elaborate monuments. Some have powerful and moving static presence, and others a lively sense of movement. \- Understand the role statics and dynamics in the making of a drawing \- Practise techniques for aligning forms and sensing proportions \- Use a variety of lines and tones \- Respond to the flow of rhythm

Hello and welcome to our special joint meetup between **Cloud Platform Engineering London**, **Cloud Platform Engineering Leaders**, **Data & AI Leaders**, **AWS AI UG**, **Azure AI UG**, and **GCP London**. This crossover event brings together platform engineers, cloud architects, data and AI leaders, SREs, engineering managers, technology executives, and practitioners exploring how AI is reshaping modern cloud platforms, developer workflows, business transformation, and enterprise engineering. This is a special **Community Stack ecosystem event**, bringing together several of our cloud, platform, and data-focused communities for an evening of practical talks, senior technical discussion, and cross-community networking. A huge thank you to **[Arrows](https://www.arrowsgroup.com/)** for hosting and sponsoring this event, and for supporting the growth of the cloud, platform engineering, data, and AI community in London. Speakers and sessions: **Get a High Return-on-Investment from AI Business Transformation** **Nora Balla, Founder and AI Business Transformation Lead, Add Velocity** Nora Balla is the founder of Add Velocity, an AI-native business transformation and implementation consultancy. Nora has gained extensive experience across investment products, business transformation, finance operations, and regulated asset and wealth management environments. Previously a freelancer, she now operates in a collaborative delivery model, helping organisations scale AI and automation solutions in complex business settings. Her experience includes finance transformation at Harley-Davidson, reporting process improvements in commercial real estate funds, and supporting the Aladdin implementation at Royal London Asset Management. In this session, Nora will explore how organisations can achieve a stronger return on investment from AI business transformation. The talk will cover the opportunities and high-value use cases, the real risks organisations need to manage, the skills required for the agentic era, how to define and measure success, and practical tips for improving efficiency when working with AI systems. **Agents in the Fastlane** **Ryan Cormack, Principal Engineer, Motorway** **Luke Marrai, Engineering Manager, Motorway** Motorway has used traditional AI and machine learning for years to enhance and improve its systems. But how can those years of learning be applied to build the next generation of agentic systems for users? In this session, Ryan Cormack and Luke Marrai from Motorway will explore how they are enhancing the functionality of Motorway’s platform to provide more accurate search results for dealers looking to acquire stock through the online marketplace. The talk will cover how Motorway is using **AWS AgentCore** to run its agentic systems, and how evals are being used to ensure the system performs as expected. Ryan Cormack is a Principal Engineer at Motorway, the UK’s leading used car marketplace, where he leads technical strategy and drives AI-powered transformation across the engineering organisation. With over 14 years of experience building and scaling systems on AWS, Ryan specialises in turning architectural best practices into practical engineering outcomes, from cloud modernisation programmes to the adoption of agentic workflows and AI-native developer tooling. Luke Marrai is an Engineering Manager at Motorway, supporting engineering delivery and helping teams build effective, scalable technology for one of the UK’s leading automotive technology platforms. Agenda: **18:00** — Arrival, refreshments and networking **18:30** — Welcome and introduction **18:35** — Get a High Return-on-Investment from AI Business Transformation — Nora Balla **19:00** — Break and networking **19:20** — Agents in the Fastlane — Ryan Cormack and Luke Marrai **20:00** — Networking **20:45** — Close **Join us on June 11th:** We are also hosting the **Cloud Native & Open Source AI Conference** on **June 11th in London**, bringing together a fantastic line-up of speakers across AI, cloud-native, open-source, platform engineering, leadership, and modern infrastructure. You can view the full speaker line-up and event details **[here](https://www.communitystack.io/conferences/cloud-native-london)** **About the communities:** This event is jointly hosted across **Cloud Platform Engineering London**, **Cloud Platform Engineering Leaders**, **Data & AI Leaders**, **AWS AI UG**, **Azure AI UG**, and **GCP London**. Together, these communities form part of the **[Community Stack ecosystem](https://www.meetup.com/pro/generative-ai-uk-community/)**, bringing together technical practitioners, leaders, partners, and organisations across cloud, platform engineering, data, AI, and open technology. We are always keen to hear from speakers, hosts, sponsors, and community partners. If you would like to speak, sponsor, or host a future event, please reach out to **[Ethan Sumner](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethansumner404/)** via LinkedIn. This event follows the **[Community Stack Code of Conduct](https://www.communitystack.io/code-of-conduct)** and **[Privacy Policy](https://www.communitystack.io/privacy-policy)**, ensuring a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all attendees.

HELLO HELLO!! We'll be at the THE CAMBRIA today as per EVERY WEDNESDAY!! 🥳 🌟 We'll have wonderful professional Life Model modelling for us tonight 🌟 We'll run a SHORT or LONG POSES SESSION (depending on the week) with POSES from 2 to 30min. 🌟 Check out our INSTAGRAM page for more information! https://www.instagram.com/Camberwell_life_drawing ALL LEVELS WELCOME ! ¸¸.•¨•♫¸¸.•¨•♫¸¸.•¨•♫¸¸.•¨•♫¸¸.•¨•♫¸¸.•¨•♫¸¸.•* Let's get together for some drawing and a glass of wine!! Camberwell Life Drawing is a group for anyone that want to spend a lovely and chilled evening creating some art in a relaxed, friendly and bohemian atmosphere. Untutored life drawing classes, every Monday (ar The Sun of Camberwell) & Wednesday (at The Cambria) evening from 7pm to 9pm. https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/5/8/a/event_464082378.jpeg *£14 per session (Cash or Card)* Some materials will be provided but please feel free to bring your own too! RSVP or drop-in on the night Latecomers are very welcome, too. WE HAVE LIMITED SPACE SO COME EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT* *WHY US?* Untutored Cozy room with beautiful lighting and Bohemian looking venue Relaxed, friendly atmosphere and cool people! All abilities welcome!! Don't be shy!! A glass of wine/beer for the interval & pub for a post-session wind down chat and possibly another drink. Background soft music Like us on Facebook & Instagram for more informations! https://www.facebook.com/camberwellifedrawing https://www.instagram.com/Camberwell_life_drawing

Come anf try your first taster session. Receive tools from an expert and practice in front of others in a friendly and supportive environment, and then receive feedback. Become confident and influence others with communication skills.

[Pay What You Can for your 18:30 ticket through this link before RSVP](https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2026/event/project-a-black-planet-the-art-and-culture-of-panafrica) ***MEET BY THE EXHIBITION ENTRANCE/TICKET CHECK*** Explore the impact of Pan-Africanism on artistic and cultural production from the 1920s to the present, through over 300 works – from paintings and installations to posters, journals, and film. The term Pan-Africanism refers to a broad spectrum of political and philosophical movements advocating anti-colonial resistance and transnational solidarity amongst peoples of African descent. While it has long been recognised as a galvanising force in 20th-century global history, Project a Black Planet is the first major exhibition to consider both its influence on visual art and culture, and the critical role of artists in shaping Pan-African visions. Followed by social at the Barbican Centre. *See comments below for updates*

This group is a private substance misuse support group, for individuals who are experiencing difficulties in their relationship with drugs/alcohol. The group is facilitated by a trained and qualified Janus worker. This group is designed to offer support, encouragement and to provide a forum, that allows you to make informed choices. The objective of this group is to liberate you from the labels of addiction, dependency, illness sickness and "disease", replacing them with the more proactive terminology of choice, responsibility, self control and decision making. Janus does not use the 12 step model. It uses the Janus approach to working with substance use called "The Resonance Factor" http://bit.ly/Resonance_blog Hopefully you will find these groups informative, innovative and creative. Before entering this group could you contact CHRISTOPHER ROBIN on 07515663621 to discuss the finer details regarding payment and room number in the venue etc.

DROP IN'S WELCOME *If you'd like to book in advance, you can purchase tickets [here](http://www.soholifedrawing.com/store/p82/Thursday_Drop-In_Life_Drawing%3A_Both_Sessions.html) . Otherwise please bring cash as we are cash only* £17.00 (cash, £1 surcharge for PayPal/card payments) Soho Life Drawing is a non-profit drawing group in central London that aims to make life drawing affordable and accessible while paying our models a fair wage. We believe that creativity is an essential part of well-being that is often stifled by the demands of busy schedules or fear due to lack of experience. We want to change that. Whether you're a professional, student, or amateur artist you'll find yourself at home at Soho Life Drawing. Located in one of London's most central locations, our drop-in classes provide an easily accessible and nonjudgemental space for you to hone your life drawing skills. We offer a portfolio boosting mix of both short and long poses with new models every week, making us a great fit for professionals and novices alike. Our members come from literally all walks of life, so don't be afraid to drop by if you have no background in art--at Soho Life Drawing, you are guaranteed to find a supportive place to explore your artistic abilities. Here's why you'll love Soho Life Drawing It's a Great Space!--Our sessions are held at one of London's best kept secrets--the historic Quaker Meeting House, which provides an oasis of calm just minutes away from Leicester Square Station. Short and Long Poses!--Our sessions begin with short, gestural poses and move up to a longer sustained pose. Our models are personally vetted professionals, and some of the best in the business. No Need to Bring your own Supplies!--We provide clipboards, and pencils, paper, and rubbers are available on site. Tea and Biscuits!--Yes, that's right. We provide tea and biscuits to keep your energy up during the breaks! Also, quite often homemade cookies! Drop-ins Welcome!--No need to book in advance! So come by and check us out—we look forward to seeing you there! 6:30-7:30 PM Guided Life Drawing 7:30PM-8:30PM: Tea Break + Longer Poses We also host private events. For more information visit www.privateartevents.co.uk

**Coworking Day** is a relaxed creative meetup for animators, artists, filmmakers, game developers, and visual storytellers. Bring your laptop, sketchbook, tablet, storyboard, or current project and spend the day creating, sharing ideas, networking, and collaborating with fellow creatives in a friendly coworking environment. Open to all skill levels, from students and hobbyists to industry professionals.

\*Disclaimer: All are welcome. Students, professionals, non professionals, business owners, curious cats. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Come along to the Corner Corner venue, located just a few minutes walk from Canada water, for a few hours to meet friendly faces, work on your personal projects, or just come and share what passion projects you are all working on. Feel free to bring your laptop, tablet, sketchbook, and notes on the day. Whether you work in Animation, Art, Design, Film, Games development, or storytelling, you are welcome to come along. We love being around diverse creatives who want an opportunity to showcase their talents. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to socialise with like-minded people and to get friendly feedback on their work. All backgrounds are welcome to join us, even if your just curious about Animation/Art/Storytelling \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* I Look forward to seeing you there.

You're warmly invited to our seasonal Open Studios, to leisurely stroll around our 27 workshops and studios, meet the artists and look at a variety of art and handmade crafts - from painting to photography and from Japanese ceramics to silk screen prints. My studio (F9 upstairs) will have a selection of colourful new mixed media still-life paintings ( portable and affordable!) as well as the usual large mixed media landscapes and " merchandise" A lovely pop-up cafe will serve Japanese refreshments Family and dog-friendly All welcome, its a nice day out! Lydia

A relaxed after-work networking social for professionals, founders, creatives and people looking to meet new contacts in London. ### About this event Join us for a relaxed after-work networking evening at All Bar One Waterloo. This casual social is for professionals, founders, freelancers, creatives, students, career changers and anyone who wants to meet new people in London without the pressure of a formal networking event. There is no pitching, no forced speed networking and no complicated agenda. Just a welcoming space to have conversations, exchange ideas and make new connections over drinks. ### What to expect * Relaxed after-work networking in a central London bar setting * Meet professionals, founders, creatives and ambitious people * Drinks and food available to purchase at the venue * Optional smart networking badge experience for easier introductions and contact exchange * A friendly, low-pressure atmosphere — coming alone is completely normal ### Venue and arrival The event will take place at **All Bar One Waterloo**, 1–3 Chicheley Street, London SE1 7PY. Check-in opens from **6:15 PM**. Casual networking runs from **6:30 PM to 8:30 PM**. ### Important note This is a small networking event with limited spaces. Please only reserve a ticket if you genuinely plan to attend.

Join us monthly at Soulful Chats where we come together as a community of like-hearted and like-minded people for meaningful conversations. 🌟 **Join us for Soulful Chats # 30– an opportunity for meaningful conversations, presence, connection and community.** **For nearly three years, Soulful Chats has been bringing people together in Canary Wharf to engage in meaningful dialogue, connect with value-aligned others, and exchange ideas in a warm and welcoming environment.** We gather together each month around a theme, and let the conversation unfold naturally. Together, we create a friendly, relaxed and uplifting space where people can listen deeply, share openly and see life through new lenses. 📅 Date: Saturday 4th July 2026 🕕 Time: 11am – 12:30pm 📍 Location: The Parlour, 40 Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London E14 5FW Our values: 🔹 Community 🔹 Curiosity 🔹 Compassion 🔹 Generosity 🔹 Acceptance 🔹 Oneness We explore topics that inspire, uplift and bring us closer together, including: ✨ Health and wellbeing ✨ Purpose and meaning ✨ Passions and personal growth ✨ Spirituality ✨ Supporting and serving our community ✨ Helping others ✨ Remaining hopeful in a changing world To keep the space welcoming and inclusive for everyone, we avoid topics that tend to divide, such as: • Politics • Religion • Wars and conflicts 🌿 Whether you're looking to share your experiences, hear different perspectives, reflect on meaningful topics, or simply enjoy thoughtful conversation with open-hearted people, Soulful Chats is a place where you can come exactly as you are. 🌟 Come and join us for a gathering of connection, inspiration and community. We would love to welcome you. ☕️Kind request: Soulful Chats is a free community gathering. To support our wonderful host venue, we kindly ask attendees to purchase at least one drink during our time together. 🍲 Please note that The Parlour, a long-standing and much-loved venue in Canary Wharf, offers an extensive selection of drinks and food throughout the day.

# **Join us for an afternoon of drawing in the heart of Angel, exploring the character, typography, and visual stories of local shopfronts.** **We'll meet outside Angel Station and take a slow sketching walk through the neighbourhood, paying attention to hand-painted signs, vintage lettering, market stalls, window displays, and the unique identities of independent businesses.** **Whether you're an experienced urban sketcher, designer, illustrator, or simply curious about drawing, you're welcome to join. Bring your sketchbook and your favourite drawing materials.** **Meeting Point:** Outside Angel Station 230PM No experience required just curiosity and a willingness to look closely. We look forward to drawing with you. Drawing Credits Mike Green

Have you ever wanted to be that person who sketches in a gallery but you're too nervous to have people look over your shoulder? Yea, I've been there. It's intimidating. You feel like you're in the room naked. I've also been the person to sit and sketch and it's one of the most rewarding activities you can do. Just you, the artwork, and a bunch of people wishing they could do the same. Come and join me on the first Friday of the month and let's go to a gallery. These will be small groups and free of charge. We'll visit a new gallery each month, hopefully free ones and we'll do an hour or so of sketching, followed by a cuppa tea afterwards. Make sure you register so I can send you all the information a few days before the event.

You can sleep in on the Sesquicentennial (observed), we’re shifting to the following Friday. But join the local UX community for a chat and some biscuits to catch up. If you were in CA for Figma Config, tell us all the lines and you can tell me how I can animate an SVG without coding it by hand, and why I’d even want to. Thanks to the team at Nationwide of supporting the group.

How to be a Better Communicator Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

**Don’t miss your opportunity to learn from a duo with over 16 years of experience combined. During this demonstration event, you can expect to learn how to direct and guide your creative vision through lighting and communication to your model. We guarantee you will leave this event feeling more confident to try new lighting set ups to match up with your anticipated outcome. Finding the right way to express your vision is key to getting your model to pose accordingly, so we got you there too! To take this even further, think about signing up for a tutorial spot following the demonstration.** ***Note: this is a demonstration event only, you will not shoot your own images. However, if you bring your camera we can test it for compatibility with the studio lights.*** **Following the demonstration will be a tutorial/coaching event - sign up separately if you are interested at** https://calendar.app.google/ZcHb4CQB2rrV3U7j9 **Save and book both for $199 (discounted from $215; the discount will be applied on the Tutorial invoice).**

We are recruiting new group leaders for virtual men's groups! Our primary groups are outdoor movement groups, but we are launching virtual groups for the state of Ohio and beyond and the groups will move outside in the spring, creating room for men's groups, women's groups and coed groups all over the country. Read below to learn about our groups and click the links at the bottom to apply. ### **What is an Outdoor Empowerment Group?** Our Outdoor Movement & Community Empowerment Groups are simple, guided experiences designed to help people reconnect with nature, themselves, and others. We combine some form of movement (hike, walk, run, bike, yoga, workout) and meaningful conversation within a simple community circle to create a space where individuals can support each other while prioritizing mental and physical well-being. Whether you’re seeking stress relief, personal growth, or community, our groups offer everyone a unique and welcoming environment. ## **Why Join?** * **Improve Mental & Physical Well-Being** – Movement, nature, and supportive conversations reduce stress and promote balance. * **Feel Less Alone** – Build genuine connections with like-minded people in a safe, welcoming space. * **Gain Clarity & Perspective** – Step outside daily routines and into a space designed for personal growth and reflection. ## **The Ideal Group Leader** The ideal group leader * Has a born-in passion for mental health, movement, connecting with nature and building community. * Has 5 extra hours per week to dedicate to a meaningful cause for at least one year. Yes, you can leave any organization at any time and we can also ask you to leave, but we are building with legacy in mind and we need people who can commit and be ALL IN on this mission to build with us. * Is independently financially stable with the ability to volunteer with no expectation of pay. This is a deeply beautiful journey of service that all participants commit to at Speak Your Mind. * An ability to manage groups with high emotional intelligence and desire for human connection. * An ability to self-motivate and market/promote their group on Facebook and other social platforms. * Nature informed therapy or clinical therapists/psychologists a plus. ## **Our Impact**  Since launching, we have helped thousands find support, connection, and healing through our Outdoor Movement Groups. 100% of participants surveyed have reported: * A noticeable improvement in mental clarity and emotional well-being. * An increase in social connection and a sense of belonging. * Said they would return again. We believe mental health should be accessible, community-driven, and rooted in nature. Join us and take the first step toward a more connected, grounded, and supported version of yourself. ### **Why Our Groups are Donation-Based** Our Outdoor Movement Groups are made possible through a donation-based model. This approach allows us to keep our events accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, while also ensuring that we can continue expanding our reach. It’s a great way to pay it forward and support the growth of this beautiful mission! Every contribution helps us: * **Cover Essential Costs** – Donations allow us to pay essential legal, marketing, insurance, and admin costs as well as nourish the important people who run the organization. * **Grow Our Mission** – With your support, we can bring these healing experiences to thousands more people in the future and execute our long term plan to expand across the USA, affecting up to 500,000 people per year. By choosing to contribute, you’re not just leading an event—you’re helping build a mental health movement that supports long-term well-being and connection for all during a severe mental health epidemic. ## **Come Join Us!** We’d love to have you be part of this growing community of people prioritizing their mental health, movement, and connection. 🔹 **Visit Our Website to Learn More:** https://speakyourmind.men/joinusoutside 🔹 **Apply Here to Lead Your Own Group!** – https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application 🔹 **Support the mission**: If you resonate with the mission and want to support, feel free to join a group before applying or donate to help us reach our goals to help more people! You can donate here: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/angels-for-angels/speak-your-mind Please text Mario with any questions: (808) 855-8831

This meeting will be a discussion about living your life with vision loss. For some, the incremental or sudden loss of vision is traumatic and hopeless. Our group assures those with vision loss that adjustment is possible and necessary. Through their lived experience, our participants support and encourage all. You can also join the meeting by Conference Call at (518) 263-8851.

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.