Kids Creative Workshops
Spirit Animal Kids Workshop
Immersive Storytelling | Visionary journey | Expressive art | Embodiment through Movement & Dance
Fire circle & Performance | All under the powerful beat of the drums
The fearless spirit of the wolf can surmount/dissipate any shyness or nervousness. The Wild boldness of the cheetah will call in more confidence and boundless energy. The gentleness and teamwork capacity of the bee will be a reminder of the forgotten truths about being a loving friend to others.
Would you like your child to gain more confidence or simply experience more connection with nature? Through storytelling, dance, and expressive art, this workshop will connect your child to a powerful Spirit Animal, so that they can embody qualities that will serve them in areas of their lives.
First we start with story telling by writer Angela Sierra, with a visionary journey to reflect on the qualities they would like to embody. Then using their hands and imagination, they will create a spirit animal character through costume and mask making with Artist Melissa Carey. Through movement, sound and dance, they will connect to the Earth to seal the bond with their new Spirit Animal. Parents and guests are invited to join for a performance around the fire under the powerful beat of the drums.
Kids workshop for 7-12 years of age. Classes are aimed at beginners with no experience necessary.
Dates & Locations:
SUNSHINE COAST: Sunday 23rd May 2021 Location: private property in Eumundi QLD (address will be released after ticket purchase)
BRISBANE: Saturday 29th May 2021 Location Northey Street City Farm, Corner of Northey and Victoria Streets, Windsor, QLD
GOLD COAST: TBC
BYRON BAY: TBC
Time: 3-6pm with performance 6-6:30pm
Cost: $70 per workshop per child.
CLICK HERE to book your spot, limited tickets available
NDIS: For families with NDIS Self managed fun, this workshop can be claimed as "social and community participation" - we have allocated a small number of tickets for each workshop for children with disabilities, Please contact Melissa or Angela to confirm. An invoice can be supplied on request for the claim.
Melissa & Angela both have a current Working with children's check and First Aid Certificate, available on request.
For any questions, call Melissa on 040 555 9254 or Angela on 0426 548 900
PLEASE NOTE: You will be required to sign in at the beginning of the workshop and sign out when picking up your kids, and outline any allergies or important information. There will be a limit of 2 parents and/or guests per child for the performance.
About Melissa Carey:
Melissa Carey is an established full time Contemporary Artist living in South East Queensland, Australia and her work has been showcased internationally. She loves to create large sculptural installations, contributes to festivals, community events, and has a passion for sharing her knowledge and creativity through teaching art & craft workshops. Melissa has taught workshops to thousands of people from all walks of life across Australia over the past 6 years, and believes in encouraging, nurturing and supporting everyone to bring out their natural creativity. and has worked with leading brands such as Google, Atlassian, Salvation Army, and more. Melissa especially loves working with kids, and recently volunteered at the Sydney Children's Hospital teaching art workshops to the kids in the Mental Health Ward to brighten their day. Melissa has a passion for using sustainable materials and has a casual and encouraging teaching style.
About Angela Sierra:
Angela Sierra is a designer and writer, originally born in a small community in the Darien Gap, Colombia. After completing her studies in Industrial Design, she participated in a variety of projects from urban furniture to urban scale lighting projects. She relocated to Australia to further her studies in Design at Griffith University where she became involved in community projects in remote locations learning from millennial cultures. She feels called to bringing the magic of ancient traditions, storytelling and art into modern everyday life.
CLICK HERE to book your spot, limited tickets available
Photos of Melissa's previous kids workshops
TESTIMONIAL: "Thank you for a wonderful few days with (my daughter) Hannah in your craft classes. She enjoyed it so much! Haven't seen her all afternoon as she is busy finishing her wall hanging!! She adored you and you have given her so many new skills! Thank you so much!" - Tracy
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About Melissa
Melissa is an artist of all sorts, and teaches craft workshops to inspire and bring out hidden creativity. She is an established Contemporary Artist in Sydney, and has a Visual Art degree, along with many years experience. Melissa continues to be inspired everyday by the beauty of life, and uses a wide variety of different mediums, ranging from drawing, photography, printmaking, to sculpture, painting and installation art. She runs craft workshops and also contributes public artwork within the community through festivals, art exhibitions, collaborations and commissions. Read more HERE