Quiet Creations with Emma Saffy Wilson
Join us in an art workshop for quiet 8 - 12 year olds at The Lescudjack Centre on Wednesday 20th August from 1.30pm - 3.30pm.
Follow your own creativity whilst working with air-dry clay in a quiet environment alongside local artist and socially engaged practitioner Emma Saffy Wilson.
This pop-up series is available for young people aged 8-12, and will encourage them to follow their own ideas and to engage with a creative medium and other quiet young people at their own pace and as their authentic quiet selves.
We can’t wait to welcome you.
Your Meet Up Connectors
Emma Saffy Wilson
Owen Skerritt
Emma Saffy Wilson
Youth Programme Coordinator
Owen Skerritt
Hi I’m Owen!
I enjoy being extroverted and louder with close friends, but equally need my quiet time to recharge.
With busy life I can find myself pushing that need for quiet down the list of priorities, and am now working to find a better balance and to give myself more time to breathe. I now incorporate quiet into my daily life, from intentional quiet crafty afternoons with friends, to setting a morning aside a week to sit with just myself and a coffee.
I’m excited to create quiet spaces and opportunities for young people, and allow them to more easily engage with youth activities, build confidence and connect with others at their own pace, and to see the value in allowing themselves the quiet spaces they need.
What to expect
What will the environment be like?
The session will be held in Trelya’s Youth & Arts Cafe (“The Rainbow Room”) at The Lescudjack Centre. The room is cosy and calm (it's where our weekly Meet Ups are held!) with outdoor space available.
These workshops are designed to be calm, welcoming and low-pressure, with limited numbers of up to 8 young people aged 8-12 and 2 facilitators.
There is no expectation to create or engage in any specific way. Quiet socialising is encouraged, but will not be expected.
What will be available?
All tools and resources for working with air-dry clay will be provided. Light refreshments including water, fruit, vegetables, and snacks will be available throughout the session.
What to bring?
We will provide all resources and tools, however as clay can be a messy medium, comfy clothes that they can get dirty are recommended.
What is available for parents?
Trelya has a Community Cafe on site, serving food until 2pm and drinks until 3pm. The Princess May Recreation Ground is opposite the building, with outdoor benches and a childrens’ play-park.
Where to find us
Trelya
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The Lescudjack Centre, Penmere Close, Penzance, TR18 3PE
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Getting here
- By car: There's parking outside in the surrounding residential streets.
- By train: Penzance Station is a 15 minute walk away (0.6 miles).
- By bus: Regular buses run to Penzance from most local towns.
If you would like any more detailed information about this workshop, we’d be very happy to send it to you in an email. Just contact us on owen@quietconnections.co.uk.
How to join in
There are 8 places available for this session. To keep things simple and fair, we’ll be allocating spaces on a first come, first served basis.
When you express your interest, you’ll be added to a waiting list and we’ll be in touch to confirm your place if there’s a spot available for you.