A playful portrait workshop about seeing each other differently
WHY CHOOSE THIS ACTIVITY
This workshop is powerful for teams wanting to build trust, empathy and psychological safety in a light-hearted way. It invites people to really look at a colleague, notice details they might usually miss and represent them with care and humour. It can soften distance between roles and levels, and create a sense of warmth and appreciation in the group.
WHAT WE ACTUALLY DO
Participants pair up or work in small groups and are guided through creating portraits of one another. The artist facilitator offers techniques and prompts that keep the tone supportive and fun, rather than focused on accuracy. There are opportunities to share the portraits, talk about what was noticed and reflect on how it felt to be both the observer and the one observed.
WHY THIS TYPE OF EXPERIENCE MATTERS
Being seen and represented by someone you work with can be surprisingly moving and memorable. The process encourages people to recognise each other as individuals, not just as functions or job titles. This can deepen connection, promote kindness and open the door to more honest and constructive conversations within the team.