Fragile? Art & Craft Workshops for People Living With Dementia
, 24 September 2015
Teacups & Memories
The Exhibition: Fragile?
Fragile? is an exhibition of contemporary ceramics at National Museum Cardiff, showcasing the beauty and variety of contemporary ceramics practice. The exhibition explores the artistic and expressive possibilities of clay as a material, including the contradiction between two of its innate qualities – durability and fragility. The exhibition includes items from the National Museum’s collection, shown alongside exciting new ceramic installations made especially for this exhibition.
Dementia-friendly workshops – Free! But limited availability so please book in advance
On October 1st we will be running a day of free workshops for people living with dementia and their carers, with activities inspired by the Fragile? exhibition. The workshops will be relaxed and friendly. No previous experience is required for any of the activities. Tea and biscuits will be provided and chatting is encouraged! Some sessions may be photographed, so that we have a record of our activities, but you can always ‘opt out’ of being photographed.
Workshop schedule
Explore the exhibition, 11am-1pm. Maximum 10 people - please book in advance
In the morning, we will take a spotlight tour of some objects in the Fragile? exhibition. You will not be given a full tour of the whole exhibition as it is quite large! There will be tea, cake, and music with different ceramic items available for you to touch, hold and chat about. A family member, friend or helper is very welcome to attend with you.
Lunch, 1 – 2pm. Maximum 20 people – please book in advance
We would love for you to join us for lunch if you have taken part in either or both of our sessions. Family members, friends and helpers are also invited.
Teapots and Clay pots, 2pm-4pm. Maximum 10 people – please book in advance
In this fun, hands-on session led by artist Jess Midgley, you can have a go at modelling and pattern making with clay. A family member, friend or helper is very welcome to attend with you.
To enquire or book a place please email Jennifer.Dudley@museumwales.ac.uk
