artistFAQs
Q. How does a project work?
An initial chat determines the aims and objectives for a project, also decides on the media and the scale, the extent of student involvement, the costs and the artist’s requirements.
Once dates are confirmed and participating groups are organised, there is a design stage then the making, following through to the finish and installation.
Q.What does the school get?
Students taking part directly in the event have the opportunity to develop specialist skills by engaging in a specific art practice. Others in the school community benefit from the creative ripple and the artwork being sited in the shared environment.
Q. How many students take part?
During the making or painting process it varies, but typically students in key stage 1 and 2 participate in small groups for short periods. There might be a group size of 4 to 6 for up to 1 hour, with the possibility of 5 sessions in a day. Students in key stage 3 can take part in larger groups and for longer periods, such as a group of 9 to12 working throughout the project. A wider group of students can be involved in preparatory study, which all informs the final design.
Q. What is required?
Space: to set up the workshop for the duration of the project, with tables and access to a sink, also a member of staff or teaching assistant during the periods working with students.
Q. Do the students make their own piece of work?
Usually a single large artwork is made with shared ownership. It is a collaborative team effort activity, which at the same time requires each individual to input creatively. Students can record the event individually by retaining their sketches and design work alongside photo reportage of their involvement.
Q. How much does it cost?
It depends on the scale but the minimum of two days costs from £625.00. This includes project set up time, preparation of the materials, the design, tuition time in school over two days, materials and finishing the artwork. A two day project will produce approximately 1m sq. of mosaic or 2m sq. of mural area.
Q. Health and Safety.
In terms of Health and Safety, the processes where students are involved are low risk. I endeavour to raise awareness of any potential hazards and to take precautions where necessary. My CRB check is up to date.
Q. Referee
I have been involved in the Sheffield Children’s Festival for 10 years and am pleased to be able to recommend Pauline Eveleigh, Director of the festival as my referee.