Art Alchemist

Art Alchemist

During the first Covid national lockdown in 2020 I was commissioned by the Towner art gallery to design and illustrate a series of worksheets to be distributed to those in need and vulnerable households across East Sussex. Over the course of eight weeks I introduced children to artwork, creative thinking and a bunch of fun activities.

‘Over 1500 bags of art materials and suggested activities have been distributed to families and individuals across East Sussex, including some of the most vulnerable, working in partnership with various community groups, charities and local services, including Eastbourne Food Bank, Waves Seaford, Holding Space, Eastbourne NetworX, Community Stuff, Memory Lane, Children’s Services, East Sussex, Brighton Women’s Centre, AiM, Enthum Foundation and the Association of Carers.

In an initiative driven by Towner’s Learning Team – Esther Collins and Willow Mitchell – the recyclable paper bags and their artistic contents have been devised and packed with the anticipation that they will continue to provide some time for reflection and respite during these difficult times.’

Since developing this resource I have also been employed by the Towner to design and deliver creative workshops as part of the ‘Eastbourne Alive’ programme to support the Turner Prize and the Towner’s centenary celebrations.