As a freelance community artist I work with a variety of organisations to run high quality community arts and crafts classes. I develop and lead bespoke courses designed to target the aims of the groups and respond to the needs and abilities of the individuals and groups. Below is a range of the projects I have worked on in the last couple of years
I each one I am always in awe of the talented people who participate and the work they produce. The groups are filled with laughter, with an increased sense of well-being. Many people return to the groups, developing their work as artists and makers. I truly believe everyone can benefit from creative activities and develop their artistic abilities.
I work closely with The Wilson Museum to plan and lead children's workshops for their education department. Some days will find me dressed as a 1940's school teacher to help with "evacuations" and on others I will be helping children to understand the nature of Anglo Saxon Gloucestershire through artefact handling days
As part of the Cathedral's outreach program I was commissioned to make a series of children's, family and adult resources that connected community with the cathedral. This continues a close working relationship with heritage organisations.