Babies to become artists
Babies will become artists for the day at Compton Verney as they explore the world of recycled materials.
Tots and parents from Stratford District Parenting Project will be working with three artists, Ros Ingram, Emily Warner, and Barbara Jones. They will be using recycled materials as they explore both natural and man made environments.
The parents and children will be using material provided by CREATES, a scheme run in partnership between recycling company Trees are Green and Warwickshire County Council.
Unused, waste and surplus material is collected from local firms by Trees are Green who advise companies on waste reduction, recycling and disposal operations. This material is then used in CREATES arts workshops and projects around the county.
The CREATES project shows teachers and other people who work with children how to use recycled materials creatively while helping the environment at the same time. Those going to the outdoor workshop on Monday 16th July will work with professional artists to learn new techniques so that they can use a wide array of materials at home.
Trees are Green are appealing for even more firms to get involved by donating materials for recycling. Trees are Green source materials, provide containers for recycling, collect materials, sort and store materials and provide the facilities for their “Warehouse of Wonders” where the CREATES workshops are held. Waste materials as diverse as crisp packets, discarded bobbins and fabric off cuts are used to creative effect at the warehouse.
Vikki Holroyd of CREATES said: “We are very excited about working with different groups in different venues and Compton Verney is a beautiful setting for our workshops. However, in order for us to work in this way, we do need new materials from businesses, so if you are a business who would like to support us, please get in touch. “
Any businesses who are interested providing materials should contact 01926 498855.