WHERE'S YOUR WILD
PARTICIPATORY ART WORKSHOPS
Textile-art workshops combining creativity, imagination and collaboration.​
The sessions are ideal for those interested to explore creativity through fabric and sewing, using nature inspired themes. ​Designed for participants aged 12–16 with up to 30 max per group.
"An art adventure to re-wild the classroom and our imaginations."
​Participants learn exciting textile-art techniques, working individually on simple creations to master basic skills, collaboratively in teams working at medium scale and as a collective to create a larger installation piece.​​
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Individually participants learn simple textile techniques using their creativity to make an artwork, or using a pattern to create a simple design, applying their own imagination to interpret it through colour, texture, and shape.
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They then apply these techniques collaboratively in groups of six, to scale the work into a larger, more ambitious creation, developing teamwork skills while working toward a shared artistic vision.​
​DELIVERY​
As a guideline workshops consist of two x 120 min sessions, though this can be tailored to group needs.​​
The artwork is nature-inspired, working with available fabrics and to the group's interests.
I provide all materials and equipment. including pre-prepped base structures.​
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TECHNIQUE SESSION
Introduction
Demonstration of techniques
Participants work individually on a simple design
Check in and discussion​​
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CO-CREATIVE SESSION
Demonstration of process
Group split into teams of 6 to make parts of a larger artwork​
Co-creation of the final installation
Check in and reflection
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SUSTAINABILITY​
Aligned with eco consciousness I use recycled materials wherever possible, sourced from Bristol's Scrapstore or second hand. The sessions include the option to have a short informative discussion on sustainability to raise awareness about environmental responsibility, encouraging participants to rethink lifestyle habits in positive, sustainable ways.
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MY ETHOS
I am particularly interested in co-creative participatory art, facilitating students to create something greater than the sum of its parts. I want them to experience that "wow, did I really make that?" moment and realise the magic that happens when we work together towards a shared artistic vision.
In today’s world, I believe it is more important than ever to bring people together through shared creative experiences, cultivating connection, teamwork, and a collective sense of achievement.
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