Programme
Term programme:
Summer 2
Sat 31 May
String Theory
String + paint = unexpected magic! In this session we dip string in colourful paints, then drag, drop and pull it across our paper to reveal marbling ombré trails, loops and twirls. Later, children use string to create relief outlines by laying it down in abstract forms, then painting within and around them. This process teaches them to embrace unpredictability and find form within chaos. Inspired by: Ghada Amer and Fozia van Elk.
Sat 7 June
Splat and Splodge
One of our messiest, most joyful sessions! We’ll experiment with all sorts of unusual paint tools - balloons, koosh balls, sponges, and flannels, all dipped and splatted across our surfaces. Each tool creates a totally different effect, helping children explore texture and mark-making in an energetic, physical way.
Inspired by: Sam Francis, Wayan Yusa and Pat Steir.
Sat 14 June
Stick, Stamp and Roll
This is pattern play at its most hands-on. Children will create their own stamp shapes from foam sheets, then use rollers, tubes, and household objects to explore rhythm, repetition and layering. We'll dive into how patterns form through movement and pressure - great for developing awareness of design and composition. Inspired by: Andy Wahol and Christopher Wool.
Sat 21 June
Carboard Sculptures
It’s time to build! Kids will paint, layer, fold and slot cardboard into surprising abstract sculptures, some free-standing, some wall-mounted. We’ll explore 3D space, balance, and how colour transforms shape. This is our first foray into sculpture, encouraging kids to think like makers and engineers. Inspired by: Louise Nevelson and Sam Gilliam.
Sat 28 June
Painting People
A joyful and collaborative session where children become part of the artwork - literally! Working in pairs or groups, they draw around each other to create life-size silhouettes, then bring them to life with expressive brushwork, patterns, and mixed media. A celebration of teamwork, empathy and seeing ourselves in art. Inspired by: Julian Opie and Lubiana Himid.
Sat 5 July
Words, Words, Words
What makes a word powerful in art? We’ll explore this through playful typography, stencilling, freehand lettering, and collage. Children choose meaningful words - funny, bold, mysterious or kind - and experiment with how to make them pop visually. A great session for combining language and design thinking. Inspired by: Mel Bochner and Ed Ruscha.
Sat 12 July
Spin Class
Our final class is a whirlwind of creativity - literally! We’ll be spinning tops dipped in paint, crafting DIY spinning pens, swirling salad spinners, and rotating canvases to create wild, kinetic artworks. This high-energy session is both playful and mesmerising, and the results will feature in our end-of-year exhibition. Inspired by: Damien Hirst.