Rubbish Portrait (CSC214)

Breathe new life into the things we throw away by creating your very own self portrait made from rubbish. Inspired by MAC’s current exhibition Waste Age: What can design do?

What will you learn on this course?

This two-day course will start with a visit to the Waste Age exhibition, children will receive a tour where they will think about how we can re-purpose and upcycle waste into art.

Children will then get the chance to use discarded & waste materials to create their very own 3D portrait and will learn about repurposing materials to create something exciting and new!

Learners will gain visual art, design and craft making skills in a range of 2D and 3D techniques and will gain an understanding of creating art work through repurposing materials and how this can minimise our impact on the environment.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for children aged 8 to 14 years. It is open to all ability levels. We provide a learning support worker and all our staff are DBS checked. Parents are not expected to accompany children on the course.

The course is accessible for children of all abilities who can participate in practical art and craft activities. A parent or carer may attend to assist the child if required; carers must book a complimentary ticket if attending to provide support. Please contact us to discuss your specific access needs. The room is wheelchair accessible.

Age ranges are set carefully to consider key age developments, materials being used and course stimulus. It is very important that age ranges are not too large or across key stages and therefore need to be adhered to.

Do you need to bring anything?

All course material and equipment are provided. Children should dress appropriately as some visual art workshops can get a bit messy.

Please note that lunch is not provided. Children will need to bring their own lunch to eat on a supervised one-hour break.

Are there any additional costs?

There are no additional costs for this course.

Who teaches this course?

Lisa Broughton