MESSUMS CREATIVE
Community
Workshops
Fostering creativity and learning on art and the environment through accessible programming and outreach.
Journeys Through Print - Coastal Memories & Expressive Markmaking
20 JULY 2024, SEAGULL THEATRE
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This hands-on printmaking course will introduce participants to the versatile and expressive potential of monotype; a creative print method which combines painting, drawing and print. During a playfully creative day with Edward Scott you will explore new materials, techniques and ways of expression.
In partnership with the Seagull Theatre.
Zena Holloway ROOTED Workshops
JUNE 22 2025
Messums East presents a programme of art and free activities in their marquee on Lowestoft South beach. Artist Zena Holloway will explore working with grass and organic material. There will be a range of activities open to all based around art and the environment.
Watercolour Workshop with Francesco Poiana
SATURDAY 15 MAY 2025
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A free en plein air watercolour workshop exploring the expressive and fluid qualities of watercolour while capturing the movement, light, and atmosphere of the sea.
Set in a stunning coastal location, this immersive workshop encouraged participants to observe and interpret the natural surroundings, painting directly from life.
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"I thoroughly enjoyed it. Teaching was excellent."
"It was such a well organised day, with all our materials provided by Messums and excellent instruction given by Francesco."
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Clay-Making Workshop with Mirka Golden Hann
TUESDAY APRIL 15 2025, SEAGULL THEATRE
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Free one-day clay-making workshop led by celebrated ceramic artist Mirka Golden-Hann. Participants worked with white clay to hand-build and model a flat-back ornament featuring seated figures, inspired by the 18th-century "Pew Group" ceramic tradition.
Watercolour Landscapes with Francesco Poiana
FRIDAY 13 DECEMBER 2024, BATTERY OF IDEAS, LOWESTOFT
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Led by acclaimed artist Francesco Pioana, participants were shown how to make paints from natural materials and supported to use them in a watercolour landscape.
This community workshop was free and open to all skill levels and abilities and included a complimentary lunch.
Julia Lohmann Seaweed Workshops
22 & 23 JULY 2024
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In the Planet Positive tent at First Light Festival, Messums Creative & artist Julia Lohmann offered free drop-in workshops where they shared their passion for making, science, algae and the environment, demonstrating the materials and techniques for her seaweed sculptures.
