I think stuff like this needs to grow organically from a combination of passion and (social) opportunity. You may want to look around where you live, for gatherings, events, markets, and take the time to see if something speaks to you?

Modern life for many is too fast. We can consciously slow down and feel and listen and explore, and if we practice enough we can do that without pressure or direct goal, and then when you don’t expect it something will show up that matches.

I doubt your neighbor started with the idea.