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We discuss ideas and projects that use the arts to bring positive change to people who are or have been homeless. We are holding monthly global video meetings to give people in our network, or simply interested in arts and homelessness, a chance to get together remotely. The meetings are relaxed and fun and a place to share news, ideas and creativity. This year we are adding some amazing training sessions and professional development to the schedule. We are also cahnging from two sessions to just the one at 2pm every last wednesday of the month. Come and enjoy the space, learn some new things and maske some new friends.

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Suitable for complete beginners Age 15 plus Join Lynne from Pots of Magic to create your own ceramic Greenman plaque . During this 3 hour workshop you will be guided through each section using basic hand building and sculpting techniques . During the first 90 minutes you will sculpt and form the face ,with the opportunity to create your own unique character . There will then be a teabreak before you add the foliage to your Greenman Foliage will be provided however if you wish to personalise your plaque using leaves from your own garden please do not hesitate to do so . (Please note leaves are rolled into the clay to leave an imprint then cut out .therefore leaves with veins give best results ) Once finished your clay creation will dry out slowly for 2 weeks before under going its first kiln firing . Once bisque fired it will then be professionally glazed by Lynne and enter the kiln again for its final firing . Your final piece will be ready for collection 4 to 5 weeks later from Ainsdale . All materials Tuition Glazing And both firings are included in the price. £60 pp Complete beginners are welcome and no experience is required We look forward to a fun creative morning!

Overview With the ever-increasing demand for Art Therapy in personal & professional settings, this online training aims at educating, nurturing, and upskilling individuals to stay ahead of the curve - whatever their level of expertise in Art Therapy may be. Learning about Art Therapy or keeping up to date on it can be confusing at times, and maybe even daunting! But that's not the case with this course from Compete High. We understand the different requirements coming with a wide variety of demographics looking to get skilled in Art Therapy . That's why we've developed this online training in a way that caters to learners with different goals in mind. The course materials are prepared with consultation from the experts of this field and all the information on Art Therapy is kept up to date on a regular basis so that learners don't get left behind on the current trends/updates. The self-paced online learning methodology by compete high in this Art Therapy course helps you learn whenever or however you wish, keeping in mind the busy schedule or possible inconveniences that come with physical classes. The easy-to-grasp, bite-sized lessons are proven to be most effective in memorising and learning the lessons by heart. On top of that, you have the opportunity to receive a certificate after successfully completing the course! Instead of searching for hours, enrol right away on this Art Therapy course from Compete High and accelerate your career in the right path with expert-outlined lessons and a guarantee of success in the long run. Who is this course for? While we refrain from discouraging anyone wanting to do this Art Therapy course or impose any sort of restrictions on doing this online training, people meeting any of the following criteria will benefit the most from it: Anyone looking for the basics of Art Therapy , Jobseekers in the relevant domains, Anyone with a ground knowledge/intermediate expertise in Art Therapy , Anyone looking for a certificate of completion on doing an online training on this topic, Students of Art Therapy , or anyone with an academic knowledge gap to bridge, Anyone with a general interest/curiosity Career Path This Art Therapy course smoothens the way up your career ladder with all the relevant information, skills, and online certificate of achievements. After successfully completing the course, you can expect to move one significant step closer to achieving your professional goals - whether it's securing that job you desire, getting the promotion you deserve, or setting up that business of your dreams. Course Curriculum Module 1 Introduction to Art Therapy Introduction to Art Therapy 00:00 Module 2 Psychology and Neuroscience Psychology and Neuroscience 00:00 Module 3 Creative Therapy Creative Therapy 00:00 Module 4 Mindfulness-Based Art Therapy Mindfulness-Based Art Therapy 00:00 Module 5 Art Therapy Techniques and Applications Art Therapy Techniques and Applications 00:00 Module 6 Reflective Writing Reflective Writing 00:00 Module 7 Art Therapy Exercises Art Therapy Exercises 00:00 Module 8 The Art Therapist The Art Therapist 00:00

Come together, connect, learn more about knitting and the social purpose of our project. Both beginners and experienced knitters welcomed! If you can't make the event anymore, please be sure to cancel your ticket in advance through Eventbrite to give others a chance to attend. The Knit Club is a workshop by Craft Forward structured like a relaxed and welcoming knitting and crochet group, open to beginners and experienced makers to come together, connect, and assemble our blankets for the “Blankets for London” project. “Blankets for London” is Craft Forward’s seasonal project where we assemble blankets to donate to homeless individuals in London through our partner charities. The Knit Club is open to anyone interested in approaching crafting and textile art for the first time and to any creative who would like an opportunity to make together and connect with other makers. What to bring: all materials are provided! I want to participate in "Blankets for London": our mailbox is now CLOSED for Blankets for London 2023. Thank you so much for having participating! We will start collecting new squares and blankets in 2024. Pictures will be taken during this session: please let us know if you'd rather not be photographed, we want to make sure everyone is comfortable. The Knit Club 2023 is funded by the Changing Lives Social Value Fund by Lambeth Council. Tags United Kingdom Events Greater London Events Things to do in London London Classes London Community Classes #community #art #craft #knitting #homelessness #brixton #craft_workshop #knitting_classes #knitting_workshop #blankets_for_london

Join us for this fascinating workshop and learn the skills required to make your very own book, a journal.

Join us for this relaxed and friendly workshop and make two fabulous willow items for your garden.

This Silver Ring Workshop is designed for absolute beginners. It will be a great introduction to working with silver and will see you make your very own silver ring, using skills acquired during your day.

Monthly Craft Club held on the last Thursday of the month. A self led session working on your own project. Everyone Welcome.

Some fun with  mixed media, inks,  Used in a very unusual way.