By Julia Vetsch And just like that, my internship at Paddington Arts comes to a close. Though my time here was limited and passed in the blink of an eye, I was able to gain valuable experiences that I will carry throughout my life. I started my internship hoping to do work that would prepare […]
By Julia Vetsch On a sunny spring Sunday in London, there’s no better place to be than Columbia Road Flower Market. The scent of lavender and tulips fills the air as you meander down Columbia Road, which is lined with endless varieties of fresh flowers from enthusiastic vendors. On the other side of the street, […]
By: KitKat Brown I recently made the crazy decision to spend 24 hours in Marrakech, Morocco. My friends were going to be there for that time and asked me if I wanted to join them. I knew 24 hours would be a bit of an intense experience, but I had always wanted to see […]
By Julia Vetsch Nestled beside the Grand Union Canal in Westbourne, North Kensington lies Meanwhile Gardens, a quaint green space promoting inclusivity and unity between the borough’s residents. Only a few minutes walk from Paddington Arts, Meanwhile Gardens has been bringing character and charm to the North Kensington area for 49 years. To the casual […]
By Julia Vetsch When you study abroad in London, the travel possibilities are endless. Suddenly being free to travel not only to different states, but to entirely different countries with only a quick train ride or cheap flight is such an exciting prospect that it sometimes feels overwhelming — especially only being here for four […]
“Consider yourself at home Consider yourself one of the family We’ve taken to you so strong It’s clear we’re going to get along…” I’ve heard this song from the musical, “Oliver,” playing a few times here at Paddington Arts. It feels like an applicable theme song to sum up the wonderful adventure I’ve had in […]
If you visit any tourist spot in London, or perhaps a busy tube station, you are sure to spot a busker putting their best foot forward. They want to be noticed, they want to share their talent, and they want you to help them do that. In any profession, it takes hard work, commitment, and […]
Imagine the inside of a theatre. The room is hushed, the lights dim, and a show is about to begin. It is staged in the round, with little to no props and sets. The story is a profound and intriguing tale of a man who has lost the perfectly comfortable life he once knew for […]
Art therapy can come in many forms through hands-on experience and engaging creativity, be that through performance or fine arts. There are individual and group sessions of art therapy widely available throughout London. It is a practice that is led by a trained professional with the intention to offer a safe environment to get in […]
By KitKat Brown I hate auditions. As a former dancer, I have auditioned for various things many times in my life, and the process is something I do not enjoy. However, being a dancer means that you are most likely going to have to audition for something at least once. Whether that is a certain […]
