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Education projects 2006
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For Hinterland in 2006, Bo Olawoye co-ordinated workshop events for Hinterland in a programme entitled A River Runs Through It which comprised projects by Stephen Jon and Sian Stammers. This programme of educational events also incorperated Chris Matthews' History Walk in October. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Wild City _______________________________________________________________________ As part of a wider body of research, photographer Sian Stammers created one-day workshop in September 2006. In this event, working together with the photographer, participants- mainly students from South Notts sixth form college, documented the area surrounding Clifton Grove throughout the day. The group were encouraged to photograph the landscape, nature, changes in the weather over different time periods and observe the general activity along the route. This was the first time many of the participants had used a SLR or medium format camera. With the help of the artist the group were encouraged to photograph the landscape, nature, changes in the weather over periods, and the general activity along the route. This workshop was free and the group's work was shown as a projected slideshow at a location along the river for the Hinterland launch in October. .jpg) Comments from participants It’s been good being outside, enjoying the sun and being around nature. I have learnt a few new skills with a camera too. I liked being outdoors for a change and am looking forward to seeing the work projected huge! This was the first time I used a proper camera. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Drawn to the River ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Stephen Jon, a drawing teacher at Nottingham University, created a one-day drawing experience for the general public to take part in for Hinterland. In the open air, participants were invited to explore different aspects of nature and recycled objects which one might find in the Hinterland of Nottingham. Using a wide range of techniques and styles, this workshop was designed to encourage investigations, thoughts and responses to what can be found at the water's edge.  Comments from participants A great event! More, more, more – Nottingham need more events like this. A refreshingly lovely day!! |
