Organisers of the Leytonstone Arts Trail say they are set to stage the biggest event in its eight-year history.
Various creative activities and exhibitions are planned over two weekends, kicking off with an 'open hang' show by artist Carne Griffiths at Norlington Studios, in Norlington Road, Leyton, from 7pm on Saturday.
The event invites artists to exhibit their work and decide what percentage of the selling price goes to Great Ormond Street Hospital, where Carne's daughter underwent surgery after being born with one lung.
Carne himself paints using tea and alcohol.
Art Trail co-organiser, Hilary Douse, said she hopes to encourage more people to use businesses around Leytonstone, with dozens of shops in the area displaying work from more than 50 artists living in the borough.
An example of Carne Griffiths work made using tea and alcohol
Other highlights include Waltham Forest Arts Club at St Johns Church, in Church Lane, a group show at the United Free Church in Lister Road and St Andrews Church hosting a life drawing taster session.
Meanwhile shops including Mario’s Barbers, Sunflower Cafe and Café Bella Vita as well as pubs like The Northcote and The Red Lion will boast prints, photography and paintings.
Schools are also getting involved this year with Buxton School, Davies Lane and Leytonstone School opening their doors to the public.
Jenny Hammond School in Worsley Road will host a live bronze casting on the July 4 from 11.30am celebrating culture, migration and the insect world.
For a sound map created by East London Radio where you can hear artists talking about the inspiration behind their work click here.
Leytonstone Arts Trail begins on (Saturday July 4)
Ms Douse said:”The trail as an opportunity for anyone to show their artwork.
"It provides a dynamic forum for creative talent in East London and builds connections between local artists, businesses and residents.”
The ‘Let’s Fill Leytonstone With Art’ initiative runs all summer long alongside the Arts Trail, and Ms Douse said: “It feels like Christmas in the middle of summer with everyone decorating their windows with whatever they can create.
“It really brightens up the streets and puts a smile on the faces of those passing by.”
For more information on events during the trail, please visit www.leytonstoneartstrail.org or pick up a guide from The Stone Space or Wild Goose Café and All You Read is Love on High Road.
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