Come and join us on our popular Stepping Stones programme for a chance to explore your creativity by working and playing with clay. These sessions are a wonderful opportunity to relax and learn new skills, while building a collection of ceramic pieces in a small friendly group (8 participants maximum). This programme is led by artist Ellie Kinsley.
The course is taking place at the Curtis Museum and is part of the Rediscovering the Allen Gallery Project, which will be hosted at the museum while the gallery is closed for refurbishment.
ABOUT THIS PROGRAMME:
During the sessions we will have the opportunity to look at objects from the collection for inspiration as we enjoy making our own pieces
Throughout the course we will learn new skills to include:
. Slab building
. Sgraffito (mark making)
. Decorating a dish and a tile
The sessions will be flexible so that you can have fun exploring your own creativity with guidance. It is also a wonderful opportunity to new make friends in a relaxed and welcoming space.
ABOUT STEPPING STONES:
The Stepping Stones programme promotes positive mental health and provides regular opportunities for young people to use creativity to build emotional resilience. The high quality programmes are delivered by professional artists and held in Hampshire Cultural Trust venues. Joining the programme will boost confidence, communication and social skills. It is fun and a great way to meet other young people in a safe and supportive space.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED:
- To be eligible for this programme participants need to be aged 10 – 16 years.
- This programme is free of charge and all materials will be provided.
- Once you have booked a space, we will email you an enrolment form. Please keep an eye on your emails.
LOCATION, DATES AND DETAILS:
Location: Curtis Museum, Alton High Street, GU34 1BA
Dates: Saturdays 14 February, 28 February, 14 March & 21 March. 10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration: 4 weeks (please note specific dates above)
Accessibility: Please note, this course will be taking place on the upper floor of the museum, which must be accessed via stairs. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Please contact the venue if you would like any additional information.
Part of the Rediscovering the Allen Gallery project, this workshop is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to reimagine the gallery displays and offer an exciting new activities programme! Our community programme is delivered with the generous additional support of East Hampshire District Council and Alton Town Council.
Visual Social Story
If you would like read more about what will happen during this programme, including where it will take place, timings, who will be running it, information for parents/carers, please read through our Visual Social Story which will provide you everything you need to know: Stepping Stones at Curtis Museum.pdf