mixed media
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Dragon Portraits
In this hands-on, screen-free art project, children design their own dragon character while exploring drawing, colour mixing, mono-printing and collage techniques. Over four sessions, imagination grows alongside confidence as their dragon portrait slowly comes to life.
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Paper Sculptures
Using only paper and simple tools, teenagers experiment with cutting, bending and assembling forms to create small sculptural structures. Along the way, they explore rapid prototyping, observational drawing and collage, discovering how creativity develops through hands-on exploration rather than perfect plans.
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Art and Nature
In this screen-free project, children explore the seasons through painting, clay and nature-inspired creativity. Across sessions, they experiment with materials such as ink, watercolour and clay while drawing inspiration from leaves, trees and flowers. A journey that nurtures observation, curiosity and confidence through art.
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The Selfish Giant
Inspired by Oscar Wilde’s The Selfish Giant, this screen-free printmaking project invites children to explore storytelling, nature and emotion through thoughtful creative work. Across a series of calm sessions, they listen to the story and transform its themes into layered prints using traditional techniques.
A reflective artistic journey that nurtures imagination, empathy and confidence while introducing children to the beauty of printmaking.
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Rainforest
In this vibrant, screen-free painting project, children explore the extraordinary world of the Brazilian rainforest through bold colours and layered textures. Inspired by tropical birds, plants and wildlife, they create expressive artworks while experimenting with paint, materials and imaginative mark-making.
A lively creative journey that encourages confidence, curiosity and a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
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Florence Nightingale & Mary Seacole peg dolls
In this calm, screen-free craft project, children discover the inspiring stories of Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole while creating their own Victorian nurse peg doll. Through cutting, folding, drawing and assembling, they explore history in a playful and hands-on way.
A thoughtful creative activity that develops focus, fine motor skills and early curiosity about the people who helped shape the world.
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Ice Age Landscapes, Flowers & Animals
In this imaginative art project, children travel back thousands of years to discover ancient landscapes, plants and animals that once shaped our planet. Through painting and storytelling, they create a series of artworks, from icy landscapes to remarkable creatures, which gradually come together as one final composition.
A creative exploration of deep time, nature and imagination that sparks curiosity while building artistic confidence.
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Roman Scenes of Pompeii & the Legend of Romulus and Remus
In this creative textile project, children explore Roman history and mythology through weaving, sewing and fabric design. Inspired by the colourful frescoes of Pompeii and the legend of Romulus and Remus, they transform stories from the ancient world into a small woven wall hanging using wool, fabric and natural materials.
A thoughtful blend of craft and storytelling with connection to the past.
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Ancient Greek Myths: Illustrated Stories
In this creative project, children dive into the world of Ancient Greek mythology, exploring stories such as Odysseus or Persephone while creating richly layered illustrations. Using painting, collage and composition, they bring these timeless tales to life through colour, texture and imaginative storytelling.
A thoughtful artistic exploration that blends history, myth and creativity while building confidence and visual expression.
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City Friends: Our Animal Neighbours
In this creative, screen-free project, children explore the animals that share our cities, from birds and insects to small urban creatures often overlooked. Through observation, storytelling and hands-on making, they design a board game about urban wildlife and build a small shelter using recycled materials.
A playful and thoughtful journey into sustainability, creativity and coexistence that encourages children to see themselves as caring stewards of their local environment.
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Daily Life Zine
In this screen-free workshop, children create their own handmade zine documenting moments from their daily routines, from breakfast and school to favourite places and small personal details. Through collage, drawing, stitching and creative writing, they transform ordinary experiences into expressive visual pages.
Across the sessions, participants learn to observe their world more closely while developing confidence in storytelling and mixed-media making, leaving with a personal book that reflects their everyday life in a thoughtful and creative way.
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My Emotions in Colour
In this screen-free workshop, teenagers explore emotions through drawing and painting, using colour, shape and abstraction as a visual language. Guided exercises encourage participants to experiment freely, discovering how art can communicate feelings without the pressure of realism or “right answers.”
Across the sessions, creativity becomes a space for reflection and self-expression, helping young people build confidence, emotional awareness and a deeper connection between their inner world and their artistic voice.
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DIY Gifts
In this screen-free workshop, participants learn to design and make personalised gifts using simple materials and thoughtful creative techniques. Through drawing, craft and design exploration, they transform ideas and memories into objects that feel personal and expressive.
Across the sessions, children discover how handmade objects can carry stories and emotion, building confidence in design thinking while experiencing the satisfaction of creating something meaningful for someone else.
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Art Journaling
In this screen-free workshop, teenagers explore thoughts, moods and ideas through drawing, collage, mark-making and mixed media. Their journal becomes a personal space where images, colours and textures can express what words sometimes cannot.
Across the sessions, participants experiment freely without pressure for perfect results, developing confidence in creative expression while discovering how art can become a mindful and reflective practice.
