We are truly delighted to be part of this year's Nansledan Arts Festival!
Join local photographer Emma Macdonald of @emma_mac_photography for a two hour creative photography workshop exploring the many perspectives of Nansledan.
Active Looking Photography Workshop as part of the @nansledan.arts.festival
Saturday 20th June
12:00 - 14:00
Meet at 12pm at Sabzi Coffee Shop, Stret Myghtern Arthur, Nansledan TR8 4UX
Funded by Make it better (mitber) CIC and The National Lottery, this workshop is open to anyone with a smartphone or camera, from complete beginners to experienced photographers.
We will begin with a short discussion about perspective in photography, then explore our own perceptions of Nansledan as a place to live, work and visit. After covering a few simple composition principles, we will head out to photograph the area, capturing people, architecture, nature and community through our individual lenses. There will be optional guidance on manual camera settings for those who would like it.
After the shoot, we will return to share and discuss selected images together. Each participant will choose two or three photographs that represent their personal view of Nansledan. With permission, images may be shared on festival social media.
Emma is a professional photographer based near Newquay, regularly photographing events, people and community life across Cornwall. She also brings over twenty years of experience in education, creating workshops that are welcoming, engaging and thought provoking.
Nansledan is accessible by bus from Truro, St Austell and Newquay.
BOOK NOW: /e/active-looking-photography-workshop-as-part-of-the-nansledan-arts-festival-tickets-1987931872745
Special June Photography Meetup and Walk as part of Refugee Week @refugeeweekuk
Monday 15th June | 15:00 - 17:00
Meet at Krowji
Join us in the courtyard at Krowji for 3PM for a special circular photo walk around Redruth with photographer and visual storyteller Abdelrahman Nabahin, as part of our Refugee Week celebrations.
Abdelrahman Nabahin, is a photographer and visual storyteller from Gaza, Palestine. He is currently based in Cornwall, where he studies Documentary and Editorial Photography at Falmouth University. For him, photography is not just about creating images, but a way of understanding and expressing reality, and a tool that anyone can use to communicate and see the world more deeply.
We finish back at Krowji for the opening of 'Courage!' An Arts Lab Showcase celebrating creativity, community, and the powerful voices of young artists aged 9-17 with lived experiences of displacement.
Book now: /e/1988546952465
Smartphone Photography Workshop | 1 July | 9:30 - 15:00 | Tehidy
Would you like to improve your smartphone photography skills to help you notice more and actively engage in the present?
Would you like to learn how to capture small creative moments in everyday life?
Join us for this special session where you will work with trained artist-photographers to develop your smartphone photography skills and explore what it means to actively look and engage with what is right in front of us.
Using Active Looking Principles, you will explore how sharing these skills with others creates positive actions that lift mood, strengthen relationships and nurture community connection.
Whether you are working closely with communities, looking to develop your skills or want to examine how you can bring a sense of creativity into your everyday work, this session provides a unique opportunity to engage with a creative practice and explore how this can lead to positive change.
If you are a Voluntary, Community or Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisation you may be eligible for a grant to cover the costs of the training.
Book now: /promoting/events/mitber-cic-active-looking-smartphone-photography-principles-for-community-health-happiness-and-digital-inclusion/
Special Nature Connection & Active Looking Training Sessions for Organisations
We are delighted to partner with Cornwall VSF Cornwall Voluntary Sector Forum to offer four special one-off training sessions that explore Active Looking and Nature Connection through a series of creative workshops.
From developing your smartphone photography to exploring different types of plant-based and low toxicity photographic processes, from experimenting with sustainable inks to learning about the five pathways to nature connection, these workshops will support you to explore what it means to actively look and engage with what is right in front of us.
Whether you are working closely with communities, looking to develop your own creativity or want to examine how you can bring a sense of creativity into your everyday work, each session provides a unique opportunity to engage with a creative practice and explore how this can lead to positive change.
Smartphone Photography Workshop | 1 July | 9:30 - 15:00 | Tehidy
Sustainable Darkroom Skills | 9 July | 9:30 - 15:00 | Tehidy
Sustainable Inks & Materials | 17 July | 9:30 - 15:00 | Tehidy
Exploring the Five Pathways to Nature Connection using the Make It Better Nature Connection Mat | 10 Sept | 9:30 - 15:00 | Tehidy
Each session includes lunch and a training pack, so that you can put into practice what you learn.
If you are a Voluntary, Community or Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisation you may be eligible for a grant to cover the costs of the training.
If you have any questions about the training or would like to find out more, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Ruth from Make It Better, [email protected]
CUTE DOG ALERT!
Now that we have your attention, why not spend five minutes this week finding your own version of PEACE and get some inspiration for our Photography Challenge this month!
Last month's winner, Sharron, has chosen PEACE as the brand be theme for May and we are so looking forward to seeing where your lens takes you this month.
HOW TO ENTER
If you would like to enter, please email your photo to [email protected] by midnight on Saturday 30th May. #creativecommunites #activelookingproject #creativecommunity #compassionatecreativity #caringcommunities #peopleartideas #smartphonephotography #photographychallenge
Fancy experimenting and having a play with stamps and different stamping techniques?
Join artists Karina @k.busquets and Camilla @camillastaceyart for a fun and creative session exploring the area around The Fish Factory Art Space @fishfactoryarts
Stamping Space with Karin and Camilla
Tuesday 2nd June | 14:00 - 16:30
The Fish Factory, Penryn
This workshop shows you a way of creating an immediate, physical connection with the built or natural environment by using PlayDoh and ink in a technique that is cheap, easy and fun!
Looking closely at the surroundings and observing the previously unnoticed, you will be encouraged to capture found textures and build a collection of imprints.
Using the collected stamps, you will record your discoveries in provided sketchbooks, layering textures and impressions to create a personal record of the space.
You will also have the opportunity to incorporate collage, using a variety of provided papers, encouraging further exploration and self-expression.
Book now: /e/1988821130539
Looking for something fun and creative to do tomorrow afternoon? Look no further!
Join us tomorrow for this very special session with artist and creative facilitator Siobhán from @yourartconnectcic for a hands-on workshop exploring urban textures and mark-making.
From Pavement to Paper – Urban Textures Workshop
Wednesday 13th May
11:00 - 13:30 | The Nook, Perranporth
Using the local environment as inspiration, participants will experiment with rubbings, layering, and mixed media techniques to transform everyday surfaces into unique artworks.
This relaxed and welcoming session is open to all abilities and encourages curiosity, creativity, and a fresh way of seeing the world around you.
Book now: /e/1985812865738 #creativecommunity #creativecommunites #compassionatecreativity #activelookingproject #peopleartideas
Do you fancy spending a couple of hours exploring somewhere new?
Join local photographer Emma Macdonald of Emma Mac Photography for a two hour creative photography workshop exploring the many perspectives of Nansledan, as part of the Nansledan Arts Festival
Active Looking Photography Workshop as part of the Nansledan Arts Festival
Saturday 20th June
12:00 - 14:00
A photography workshop for anyone who has a smartphone or a camera from complete beginners to experienced photographers.
Meet at 12pm at Sabzi Coffee Shop, Stret Myghtern Arthur, Nansledan TR8 4UX
Funded by Make it better (mitber) CIC and The National Lottery, this workshop is open to anyone with a smartphone or camera, from complete beginners to experienced photographers.
We will begin with a short discussion about perspective in photography, then explore our own perceptions of Nansledan as a place to live, work and visit. After covering a few simple composition principles, we will head out to photograph the area, capturing people, architecture, nature and community through our individual lenses. There will be optional guidance on manual camera settings for those who would like it.
After the shoot, we will return to share and discuss selected images together. Each participant will choose two or three photographs that represent their personal view of Nansledan. With permission, images may be shared on festival social media.
Emma is a professional photographer based near Newquay, regularly photographing events, people and community life across Cornwall. She also brings over twenty years of experience in education, creating workshops that are welcoming, engaging and thought provoking.
Nansledan is accessible by bus from Truro, St Austell and Newquay.
BOOK NOW: /e/active-looking-photography-workshop-as-part-of-the-nansledan-arts-festival-tickets-1987931872745
Fancy spending an afternoon experimenting, playing and creating stamps?
Join artists Karina @k.busquets and Camilla @camillastaceyart for a fun and creative session exploring the area around The Fish Factory Art Space
Stamping Space with Karin and Camilla
Tuesday 2nd June | 14:00 - 16:30
The Fish Factory, Penryn @fishfactoryarts
We'll be using simple materials to create prints that explore the Fish Factory building and the area around it. You'll be surprised what you can do with some playdoh!
This workshop shows you a way of creating an immediate, physical, connection with the built or natural environment by using PlayDoh and ink in a technique that is cheap, easy and fun.
Looking closely at the surroundings and observing the previously unnoticed, you will be encouraged to capture found textures and build a collection of imprints.
Using the collected stamps, you will record your discoveries in provided sketchbooks, layering textures and impressions to create a personal record of the space.
You will also have the opportunity to incorporate collage, using a variety of provided papers, encouraging further exploration and self-expression.
Book now: /e/1988821130539
Joanna recently led some wonderful workshops at Torpoint Library and Community Hub for children and adults.
Here's a little round-up of the sessions!
Enormous thanks to the Library for being such wonderful hosts and to everyone who joined us! #peopleartideas #compassionatecreativity #creativecommunites #activelookingproject #creativecommunity #caringcommunities
Would you like to volunteer as an Exhibition Invigilator?
Our Annual Exhibition will take place at Trevow Chapel in Helston in June and we would love some support and help for this event!
The Private View will take place on Wednesday 24th June from 15:00 - 20:00.
The exhibition will then run until Sunday 28th June, open daily from 10:00 - 16:00. Please save the date and spread the word.
We are looking for a number of people to help us whilst the exhibition takes place.
From recording visitor numbers to making sure the artwork is looked after and left untouched, from making guests a drink to talking about your experiences with Make It Better, we're looking for volunteer Exhibition Invigilators and would be so grateful for your support and help.
If you are interested in volunteering, please email Ruth [email protected] with your availability.
BRAND NEW WORKSHOP
Stamping Space with Karin and Camilla
Tuesday 2nd June | 14:00 - 16:30
The Fish Factory, Penryn @fishfactoryarts
Join artists Karina @k.busquets and Camilla @camillastaceyart for a fun and creative session exploring the area around The Fish Factory Art Space
Use simple materials to create prints that explore the Fish Factory building and the area around it. You'll be surprised what you can do with some playdoh!
This workshop shows you a way of creating an immediate, physical, connection with the built or natural environment by using PlayDoh and ink in a technique that is cheap, easy and fun.
Looking closely at the surroundings and observing the previously unnoticed, you will be encouraged to capture found textures and build a collection of imprints.
Using the collected stamps, you will record your discoveries in provided sketchbooks, layering textures and impressions to create a personal record of the space.
You will also have the opportunity to incorporate collage, using a variety of provided papers, encouraging further exploration and self-expression.
Book now: /e/1988821130539
