It’s been a busy first third of the year for both Evolve Wales and Able Wales in Gwent House, Cwmbran! As always, tutors Lucy and Alan have planned appealing workshops covering a variety of fun activities, education, and new skills. Evolve Wales, a group dedicated to developing the potential for those with disabilities to succeed, […]
CONTINUE READINGWe are proud to announce that, for the second year running, LifewithArt will be supporting the British Motor Museum’s Young Artist Competition! Britain is very lucky to boast an incredible community of artists who take their inspiration from the motoring world, from everyday cars to the heroes of motorsport. The theme for this year’s Young […]
CONTINUE READINGAs always, groups throughout our charity arts centres jumped at the chance to have a yuletide theme to their workshops throughout December 2024 where they produced a wide variety of fabulously festive creations! From jelly print Christmas present tags from Cool It Art in Borough High Street, snazzy snowmen pots and Christmas trees from Bingham […]
CONTINUE READINGThe everchanging Springtime British weather has been the inspiration behind the theme of recent workshops in Monarch Court, Emersons Green. LifewithArt tutor Myra has shared how workshops with Bingham Day Services have included an array of mediums, including watercolour rainbows, decorated umbrellas, painted birds and bird boxes. The sensory creative experience of papier-mâché was met […]
CONTINUE READINGLifewithArt understand that art and the creative process play an important role in enriching lives, reducing isolation, nurturing self-esteem and encouraging inclusion. Group workshops can provide opportunities to develop social connections and a greater sense of meaning in life (Wilson, Secker, Kent and Keay, 2017). The workshops we provide to local community groups and smaller […]
CONTINUE READINGThis summer may not have brought the glorious weather we were hoping for but LifewithArt workshops in both The Picture House, Bristol and Monarch Court, Emersons Green certainly didn’t disappoint! Monarch Court’s workshops with Yate Buddies, an adult day service, included lots of craft including decoupaging vases, and decorating notebooks, boxes and cards. The Buddies […]
CONTINUE READINGWe have recently been overjoyed at opening new Charity Arts Centres in Gwent House, Cwmbran and Monarch Court, Emersons Green and getting lots of fabulous workshops underway! In Gwent House, Cwmbran, we have seen lots of amazing artwork by Evolve, a charity that provides high quality person-centred opportunities for people with learning disabilities. These workshops […]
CONTINUE READINGLifewithArt was delighted to welcome Borough Belles Women’s Institute during our January 2022 occupation in Leman Street. Founded in September 2009, Borough Belles enjoys everything the Women’s Institute stands for; interesting craft projects, insightful speakers and presentations and a whole lot of cake! We think that LifewithArt and the WI make a perfect combination! Art […]
CONTINUE READINGLifewithArt is overjoyed to be able to add another building to our growing list of art centres in the Southwest. Shilhay Art Group, The Risings, Krafty Kafe and Wellbeing Exeter have all been able to take part and enjoy our art workshops, in Harlequins Shopping Centre, throughout October & November. Visitors to the shopping centre […]
CONTINUE READINGLifewithArt is high-spirited over the 2 new buildings we have recently moved into in Scotland. We are pleased to be exhibiting our fantastic photographic exhibitions, running events and holding our wonderful workshops in New Alderstone House, Bellshill and Freedom House, Aberdeen. Freedom House, Aberdeen Groups enjoying workshops in Freedom House include clients from The Len Ironside […]
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