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Workshops – Schools & Community
Lorraine has a background in Education, has completed the TAP/BLAST (Teacher and Artist in Partnership) programme and has delivered Creative Ireland programmes in schools.
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Workshops are tailored to student interests, covering topics from environmental awareness and heritage to “Encircling the world with Kindness.”
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Sessions support multiple learning areas, promoting teamwork, critical thinking, and creative confidence through problem-solving.
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Specialized sessions for adult acute needs use sensory stimuli, adaptive tools, and visual supports to ensure everyone can express their perspective.
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Hands-On Exploration
Outdoor Discovery & Mixed Media
Lorraine’s workshops often begin beyond the classroom walls. Students engage in outdoor exploration to gather natural materials, which are then integrated into mixed-media artwork. This process fosters a deep connection between the environment and the creative process, encouraging students to look at their surroundings through an artistic lens before they ever touch the clay.
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From Individual Expression to Collective Art
Clay & Collaborative Murals
After exploring ideas, students develop their concepts in clay. While each child creates an individual piece expressing their unique perspective, these works are designed to come together as a larger, permanent ceramic outcome. From garden sculptures to school-wide wall murals, these projects celebrate both the individual and the community.
Recent Successes:
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GNS Carndonagh: “Encircling the World with Kindness” Mural.
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St. Brid’s Muff: 50th Anniversary Commemorative Work.
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Killybegs NS: “Coastal Community” Whole School Mural.
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Inclusive Arts for Adult Acute Needs
Sensory-Based Creative Process
Facilitated across various centers, these sessions prioritize the creative journey over the final product. Using sensory stimulus materials, participants engage in mixed-media and clay work adapted for all abilities. We use adaptive tools and visual supports to ensure every individual can explore their personal interests and express themselves freely.
Each session is anchored in a familiar routine, beginning and ending with music and movement. Whether it’s finding a rhythm with bells and shakers or engaging in supportive stretching and dance, these workshops are designed to build group connection and physical well-being.
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Ready to bring a creative project to your school or center?
Let’s collaborate on a theme that inspires your group.
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