Languages of Bedford! Bedford community’s languages and culture were central to Covid 19 Art and Language project launched back in July by intercultural author and illustrator Desiree Bashi in collaboration with the Higgins Museum. The artwork will be considered for shortlisting as part of The Higgins Bedford contemporary Covid19 History archive, as a record of …

COVID 19 Hero
About the project Our community is excitingly diverse, we speak different languages, come from different places and right now we are all going through a tough time. Bringing languages and cultures together is integral to my work and to my intention to preserve under-represented languages. I wish to invite your children to contribute to my …

Dancing with Your Eyes
An engaging picture book about eye movement in classical Indian dance Odissi and the beauty of taking the luxury of some concentrated time. This book will also introduce mindfulness games and art and craft activities to create your own south Asian fashion design jewellery. Written & Illustrated by Desiree Bashi Typography and illustration arrangements by …

Sekuru and the Girl with her Leaf
A heartwarming story about music languages and diversity. When Rudo and Mamoyo meet, they discover the beauty of each other’s languages, Shona and Italian and music, with the help of a very big and friendly eagle. But will they be able to meet again? This picture book’s illustrations are full of vibrant colours love and …