CREATIVE ACTIVITIES
Get inspired with street art
Take a walk with Camille Walala, a street artist on a mission to brighten up public spaces. With this short film by Tate Kids, explore colour and shapes as you learn about how they can uplift spaces, creating a sense of wonder and excitement in our everyday lives. 3 minutes 35 seconds Image: Francesca Saraco
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Future Film director? Enter ‘film of the month’
Take part in 'Film of the Month', a monthly competition celebrating exceptional young filmmaking talent from across the UK. Use whatever equipment accessible to you, entrants are encouraged to submit their entries into the Into Film Awards also. Don't forget to take a look at their guideline and top tips before entering! Ages: 5-19
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Explore sculpture with the Royal Academy
Explore historic and contemporary sculpture with this guide into the Royal Academy's exquisite collection. From Michaelangelo to Shonibare, these comprehensive worksheets encourage student interrogation and creative practice. Designed for the classroom and adaptable for independent home learning. Image by Daria Sheveleva
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EMBRACE YOUR HERITAGE WITH ‘SOMOS LAMBETH’
Submit an entry (or spread and share!) Somos Lambeth (We Are Lambeth) Photo Competition. For Portuguese speaking students- this project aims to celebrate and explore the importance of students’ identity as Portuguese Speakers in Lambeth. Participants will have the chance for their work to be displayed as part of a future exhibition. Image by Martin Lopez
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book a ticket for Our Creative Futures
Enjoy two afternoons of discussion and networking online, exploring creative pathways for young people in Lambeth. Hosted by LSBU and ELEVATE, the event aims to encourage creativity and cultural engagement through panel discussions, interactive workshops and signposting upcoming opportunities. Young Lambeth creatives take a lead role in both afternoons.
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Enter The Young Artists’ Summer Show
Teachers, register your students for the chance to get their work displayed at the Royal Academy of Art this July. The Young Artists’ Summer Show is a free, open submission exhibition for young artists aged 5 - 19 years studying in the UK and British schools overseas.
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An Inside Look at ‘Brixton Blue’
Revisit a familiar spot and take in the hustle and bustle of Brixton, as artist Denzil Forrester discusses his first major UK public commission, 'Brixton Blue' (2018)- based of his previous painting 'Three Wicked Men' (1982). Through his painting, Forrester explores themes of racial injustice, community heritage, viewer identity and gentrification. Filmed by Art on the Underground. Image by Muata Jordan Langley
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Get Crafting: Pinch Pots
Discover a new medium as Ceramicist Sam Andrew shares one of his first lessons in the world of clay: making a pinch pot. Students can follow this simple step-by-step guide by Crafts Council, an excellent resource for aspiring potters or those who just want to try something new. All you need is some air dry clay to get started. Image by Andy Kelly
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Lockdown: A Virtual Exhibition
Explore the work of students from Lambeth's Trinity Academy! In this virtual exhibition, pupils express a personal response to these unprecedented times. Using whatever materials they had available, you will find an array of mixed media and emotions, as students use house hold materials as substitutes for paint and others re-imagine famous works of art. Image by Ashley Byrd
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Draw to Focus
Build creative confidence and skills that can be used in different contexts with this refreshing drawing activity. British Ceramics Biennial and artist Sarah Fraser takes participants through a relaxed drawing session using handmade inks and drawing tools. Looking at daily routines and common household objects, explore creativity through the home and outdoors. Image by Alex Jones
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Make and Learn: Repeat Pattern Design
Create 'visual music' with this step-by-step guide! A fun introduction to pattern design and the 'Omega Workshops' art collective founded by Roger Fry. All you need is some paper and coloured pencils to get started. The Courtauld has designed this workshop for school groups or home learning. Image by Alice Butenko
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Explore the art of Kehinde Wiley
Encourage young people to interrogate and interpret Wiley's work and to participate in practical creative exercises. Well known for his highly naturalistic paintings of people of colour, Wiley's exhibition 'The Yellow Wallpaper' was exhibited in William Morris Gallery featuring newly commissioned portraits of Black women from Dalston, East London. Image by Jessica Felicio X William Morris
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Explore the art of Rashid Johnson
Get to know the work of conceptual interdisciplinary artist Rashid Johnson. With this workshop guide, teachers can walk students through complex subjects around identity and belonging illustrated by Johnson. Complete with practical activity and discussion prompts that are suitable across key stages. Presented by international gallery Hauser and Wirth. Image by Jene Stephaniuk
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Get Creative in the Classroom
Inspire your students with these step-by-step lesson plans. Find workshops that connect art to subjects across the curriculum. Packaged by Art UK and designed by teachers, you'll find easy to follow, direct guides that demonstrate the artistic process from start to finish- bringing out the hidden artist in all participants.
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Join The Grit School
Enjoy access to free studio time, rehearsal space and further develop your creativity with regular industry seminars and workshops. Run by School Ground Sounds for 8-weeks for those not in education, employment or training. Connect with a network of like-minded young people and get expert mentorship along the way!
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Take the stage
The Old Vic invites you to take the spotlight! Write and perform your own monologue, this guide is designed for you to improve your creative writing and acting skills. Get stuck in with this step by step workshop with writing prompts, speaking techniques and even facial warm-ups to help you from start to finish.
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