Community Arts Workshops
I lead and teach community arts projects that give a voice to the group and that promote inclusivity, connections and creative confidence. Passionate about art being for everyone, I specialise in reaching those less likely to engage with the arts. This element of my arts practised is socially engaged, designed to encourage people to participate in art experiences.
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Community art projects are co-creative, high quality art interventions leaving participants feeling empowered, connected and confident to continue on their artistic journey. Workshops are engaging, inspiring and foster community cohesion whilst sharing and developing artistic skills.
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I have experience in project and budget management, meeting all aims and deliverables on time. My work in this area has seen me create with groups from diverse backgrounds and abilities, including those with additional needs, mental health conditions and those facing other concerns such as domestic violence or housing problems. I have devised and led whole projects as well as working within larger projects.
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"Thank you for joining us on Saturday and for working so flexibly with us! It was fantastic to see so many different age groups taking part in your activities. I hope we're able to work together again in the future." Ellie event organiser
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Since completing Community Arts Practitioner Training, I have worked with many groups and organisations including festivals, schools, WI groups and arts based organisations. I enjoy working with new organisations and groups; if you have a project you would like to work with me for please contact me here. Below are selected community arts projects that I have worked on. ​
Woven in Kirklees
Woven in Kirklees is a festival celebration of textile innovation, bringing communities together and sharing textile skills. As a long term facilitator I have worked on many of their projects including Mission to Mend and Every Child Challenge, Golcar.
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Spirit of Wakefield
The Spirit of Wakefield, commissioned by Wakefield Museums and Castles, explored and responded to the Wakefield Pageant of 1933. Working with a group of young people a large scale textile installation was created, which is displayed in the foyer of Wakefield One.
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Guisborough Giant Festival
On behalf of Guisborough Arts I delivered a series of workshops to co-create a large scale banner for the Giant Festival. The banner formed part of an arts trail and shared the story of the giants new home.
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Organisations I have worked with:
Lapworth Museum of Geology ArtWaves Festival Stellar Projects Morley Arts Festival
I work widely across the UK for these projects. To discuss your ideas please contact me using this form.
