Art Adventures

A six week workshop was recently held in Bairnsdale where participants were invited to explore their own creativity and gain confidence in expressing themself. Experimental art activities extended their perception of colour, shape and texture as they explore the use of paint, pastels, collage and clay.

This is what some participants said at the end of the series.

“I was very nervous about joining an “art” class because I hadn’t done art since I was in primary school. I soon found the environment was very supportive. My first attempts at creating art were accepted in the group and I now have the confidence to explore further artistic endeavours.”

“I’ve enjoyed exploring my own creative responses during these workshops. My awareness and observation of the world around me has really grown as a result.”

“At first I wasn’t sure about this class. It was not what I expected. But now that we’re at the end of the term, I wish we could keep meeting every Friday.”

“As a landscape oil painter of many years, this approach seemed a bit strange at first. After experiencing the emotive and intuitive side of my own creativity, I have a whole new appreciation for modern and abstract art. Now I’m doing lots of intuitive artwork in soft pastels – a brand new medium for me.”

Art project reconciles people

New York school children were recently encouraged to patch up their differences while creating huge mandalas. Read all about it here.

Group art projects are an effective way of building a sense of community, shared purpose and respect for others. While this story features children, the power of art works equally well with adults.

  • Does your workplace have interpersonal tension between staff?
  • Are you trying to establish a new department or special projects team?
  • Are you amalgamating, regrouping or simply trying to inspire your current employees?

Why not get Right Side Up to design and deliver creative team-building activities for your next staff meeting or professional development day.

Studio sessions are available in Bairnsdale, or you can request RSU's Portable Program to visit your workplace or conference venue.

Clay containers









Participants created a symbolic clay container using raw clay sculpture and embellishments as desired.