Overview:
Embark on a creative journey with your child at this half-day workshop led by Indigenous artist
Frederick Worrell. Designed to ignite imagination and self-expression, this event invites parents,
kids, and artists to collaborate on personalized masterpieces.
Workshop Highlights:
Expressive Mark-Making Introduction:
Engage in interactive activities to explore various mark-making techniques using diverse tools and
materials.
Experiment with textures, patterns, and strokes to unleash creativity.
Colour Exploration:
Dive into a world of colours through hands-on exercises and techniques guided by Frederick.
Learn to blend and mix colours, creating dynamic and visually appealing palettes.
Stencils and Storytelling:
Discover the creative potential of stencils as a tool.
Use Frederick's custom-made stencils to enhance final artworks, yours to take home as unique
keepsakes.
Experiment with layering, composition, and colour application to bring your creations to life.
Showcase and Share:
Celebrate your artistic journey with a virtual showcase on social media.
Share stories behind your artworks and discuss the collaborative process.
Materials Provided:
Various drawing tools (colour pencils, Posca markers, inks, crayons, etc.)
Watercolour and acrylic inks, non-permanent inks
Water and a variety of teas for colour exploration
A2 and A3 310gsm Watercolour Paper
Rice paper low tack tape (2-inch)
Hair dryer/heat gun for drying work before the stencil
What to Bring:
Enthusiasm and a willingness to get creative! Wear comfortable clothing that can get messy.
Outcome:
Participants will leave with colourful original artworks and a deeper connection with their child
through collaborative art-making. Frederick's custom-made stencils will serve as unique keepsakes,
reminding families of the joyous day spent creating together at VFD.
Note:
This workshop is tailored for children aged 6-18 and their parents. No prior art experience is
required—just a sense of adventure and a desire to explore the wonderful world of art!
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I am Frederick Worrell, a dedicated visual artist, teacher, and designer. My ancestral connections include affiliations with Ko Mangatu whatatutu, Ko
Te Ngawiri te Marae, Ko Rawiri Tamanui te Tipuna, Ko Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi Iwi, and Ko Ai Tanga a Makaki te Hupo, grounding my work in a rich cultural context.