Most recently, Blank Canvas has teamed up with Cre-Soc and Nutritank for notebook/bookmark decorating and wine glass painting. Both of these collaborations were fast sell outs – and for good reason! You just have to bring yourself and your ideas; everything else is provided for you. The evenings are set up to give a laid back, welcoming vibe for you to meet new people and come away feeling good about what you’ve made. Crafts as a hobby are great for you to make new friends and spend time with your existing mates, without the pressure of having to organise plans or find something to do. It also gives you the chance to socialise away from the drinking culture that can often feel like a given when at uni and save yourself some money on bevs!
Societies are a great way to meet people that share your interests other than your course mates, and Blank Canvas’ collabs with other societies even more so, as there are always new faces from all across the uni. The events always take place on different days of the week, which is great for people who work and might not be able to commit to a society that always meets on the same weekday. Their upcoming Halloween events are spooky cookie decorating with Marrow (a charity supporting those with blood cancer and blood disorders) followed by pumpkin carving a few days later. If you’re creatively inclined, looking for a new outlet, or just wanting to meet people then Blank Canvas is definitely the society for you. The £5 membership covers your costs for the whole year too! There’s no pressure, no stress, just a few hours of fun that might even culminate in a creative masterpiece.