First Artists Reponses Session

David Jeal brought some of his pupils from St Bede's Roman Catholic High School down for the 1st of our Artists Responses workshops - quite an eventful day as we also had John Gillmore from BBC Radio Lancashire broadcasting live all afternoon.

Susan, Keith and Bev talked about their work and what inspired them, then the pupils - along with others who dropped in - had a go at producing some brilliant work of their own based on some of the techniques that had been talked about.

There are 2 more artists responses sessions to come - book yourself one one & come and have a go.

"You're not pressing hard enough!"

Bev gives Gilly a hand creating the mould for a cast of his hand

Is this a fencing or ballet class?

Gilly & Carole have a go

"Now the mike is mine! Radio Lancs today - tomorrow the world!!"

The day the students discovered POP!

Today has been a very good day!!

Students from Blackburn college came in droves, well at least 30 of them. They and we had a fantastic time, what is better than talking about something you are passionate about, relaxing with friends, slouching on bean bags and drinking coffee!!

Sarah Urmson held a brilliant informative hands on paper making workshop as part of the 'Enviromental Champions' course.

The creative hub came alive today, not only because we had a heating system in place but with drawing, paper making, sketching, informal talks about artist's practice. Students were relaxed eating biscuits, munching on chocolate and learning how to be creative.

It was brilliant having a good vibe around the place. Lets hope we have many more days like these, with some of the positive comments and feedback, I am sure we will.

Check out the website for up and coming events....book into a workshop!

Students quotes coming soon.

Bev