Card Creation Workshop for Your Ride-or-Dies

Because soulmates aren't always romantic.


Wayde Clarke
Wayde Clarke
Instagram followers 9k followers
5.0 (3)

1.5 hours

Class size 1 to 24 (public classes), 1 to 10

  $50 - $70 ($50 for Public Class; $70 for Private class) (PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Celebrate Friendship, Chosen Family & Ride-or-Die Love
This collage and mixed media card workshop is all about creating heartfelt, playful artworks for the people who show up for you your best friends, soul siblings, chosen family and community.
No romantic pressure. No perfection. Just colour, texture, words and love.
What You’ll Make
You’ll create 3–4 handmade cards using collage and mixed media techniques, including:
  • Magazine cut-outs and curated collage papers
  • Acrylic paint, paint pens and markers
  • Text, affirmations and playful phrases
  • Washi tape, tissue paper and layered textures
Each card becomes a small, expressive artwork imperfect, personal and full of feeling.
Who This Workshop Is For
  • Friends, besties and chosen family
  • Queer community & allies
  • Anyone who loves expressive, hands-on creativity
  • Anyone wanting to celebrate connection in a meaningful way
Come solo or bring your people both are perfect.
The Vibe
Relaxed, inclusive and feel-good.
Think pink tables, creative chaos, laughter and a supportive space to make something meaningful.
Why You’ll Love It
  • A creative way to celebrate connection
  • A beautiful excuse to slow down and make something by hand
  • Handmade cards your people will genuinely treasure
  • A welcoming, community-centred experience
Hosted by
Alejandro Lauren
Artist & facilitator creating inclusive, heart-led art experiences centred on connection, identity and the human experience.
What you'll get
  • All art materials
  • Envelopes for your cards
  • Creative prompts and gentle guidance
  • Your finished Galentine’s cards to take home
Knowledge required
No experience needed, just come as you are
What to bring
An open mind + any food or drink
Location

291 Hunter Street, Newcastle NSW

Card Creation Workshop for Your Ride-or-Dies location
Your teacher

Wayde Clarke
Wayde Clarke

Instagram followers 9k followers
5.0 (3)

I’m Wayde Clarke, a proud Wiradjuri and Birpai artist and art therapist based in Newcastle, and the creative mind behind Alejandro Lauren and Alejandro’s - Gallery | Workshops | Collective.
My journey began as a way to reconnect with my culture, emotions, and the stories that shape who we are. Art became my way to heal, express, and share the oldest living culture in the world through colour, pattern, and symbolism. That passion grew into running creative workshops that help others do the same exploring their feelings, stories, and connection through art.
I love teaching because it’s more than making art, it’s about creating a safe, inspiring space where people can express themselves freely and rediscover creativity. Seeing people open up and connect through storytelling and colour is what keeps me doing what I love.
I’ve had the privilege of working with schools, councils, and major organisations including NSW Health, NSW Government, Wesley Mission, City of Parramatta, and Cotton On, running art and cultural storytelling workshops for communities, corporate teams, and youth programs. Each session is designed to be hands-on, heart-led, and deeply meaningful.
My artwork has also been exhibited nationally and featured in campaigns celebrating reconciliation, pride, and healing. Every workshop, artwork, and collaboration is guided by the same goal, to connect, create, and celebrate culture.
Come join me, pick up a brush, and let’s tell your story through art.
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