Christmas with Fairview Park AOP group

THe group had a lovely final art event of 2014 with some painting, lots of gorgeous food, and the creation of a group work.

 They then donated the work to the group home of one of the members. Don't worry we have plenty more large works planned in the New Year to decorate the communal areas of the three blocks of flats.

Huge thanks to The People's Health Trust who have made the past two years of events possible.
The project funding is now coming to an end, but the group is going strong and will continue for the foreseeable future.
The group meet in Fairview Park Community Centre, Sherbourne Avenue, Halewood and is open to all local residents.

Many thanks to all those who have contributed, and to KHT who provide the space for their residents and tenants to meet and mix with each other and other local residents.

Latest from the Active Older People's Group

We are struggling along without our usual leader at present. Best wishes to Sam and  hope you recover soon, we all miss your expert tuition on painting and drawing. Also hugs to his wife Val, keep strong.
This week without you we attempted  snowy landscapes.

Hey Sam, what do you think?

Bridewell and METAL

Fantastic if very tiring trip out to two fantastic independent arts organisations on Merseyside.
The Bridewell on Prescot Street, where 25 artists have their workshop spaces and exhibition space
And
METAL, cosying up to Edge Hill train station.

Thanks to People's Health Trust for making the trips possible.

 We travelled from the depths of the cells, to the rooftops of the Bridewell. The group had a great time quizzing the artists, exploring the artists spaces, letting everyone know what they liked or disliked about the different art techniques, and generally chatting about everything they found. Well done to George, our tour guide, for coping with all the questions. The history of the The Bridewell was fascinating, including its link to 'Boys from The Blackstuff'.

 The group kept Sam and Carole busy with their questions and probing comments about the various types of arts and crafts.

 Thanks to The Bridewell and METAL for making us all so welcome and providing copious amounts of tea, coffee, and biccies.

Magnolia Blossoms with Sam

Today we concentrated on painting Magnolia Blossom.

with the occasional cat, crocodile, and shark thrown in for good measure. We were helped by our Design Volunteer Georgina, Sam from Abaji Arts, and Carole from Boomtime Enterprises.
 Thanks to The Peoples Health Trust for providing funding through Health Fit.

Drawing and Painting with Sam

The Drawing and painting sessions on a Wednesday have really taken off. The participants are enjoying the sessions and say that it is really relaxing and the time flies. We are quite a mixed bunch, and help each other out, which adds to the positive atmosphere. Contributions of biscuits and cups of tea and coffee make it a very sociable event.

We have Sam from Abaji Art leading on the workshops. He is so patient with us all and has a lovely easy style. Flowers, Swans, and Landscapes are among our efforts.

Basket Making with Cherry

We have had several very lively and interesting sessions with Cherry Chung, who is teaching us how to weave baskets.

I can't wait to see the finished products.

Thanks to The Peoples Health Trust who have made these sessions possible.

Bird boxes as Art

The Active Older People group

have been working on designs for bird boxes to decorate the open spaces at Sherbourne Avenue. Using some inspiration from different artists including Alex Finlay we have created some interesting results. We have another week to go to finish our artworks. Hope the birds appreciate their upmarket homes!

Next we are trying our hand at Rag Rug making.
Any residents of Sherbourne Avenue, and the surrounding areas are welcome to join us.
Just contact us at halewoodarts@gmail.com for further details.