'Out Of The Blue' Gallery Space at blueSCI

Opportunity to exhibit and sell work at blueSCI.

There is a new gallery space at blueSCI which is located on the basement stairwell. Anyone who has produced work may exhibit their pieces with an opportunity to sell paintings and income generate. Where blueSCI materials (i.e paints and canvases) have been used, a third of the proceeds go back to blueSCI. If an artist has used all their own resources, then 100% of the proceeds belong to that person.

Painting sizes differ and prices vary as follow:

7x9=£20, 10x12=£25, 12x16=£30, 16x20=£35, Larger items individually priced.

Art Therapy sessions

Volunteer Avril Neagle is a qualified Art Therapist who delivers sessions at blueSCI.

Art Therapy is all about creativity and self expression through the use of art. Some people find it hard to talk about or communicate problems, worries or confusing feelings so art therapy is an excellent way of helping people to communicate in a healthier way.

As well as being fun and sociable, the sessions are an opportunity to explore your artistic ability and try out some creative techniques which produce some wonderful results! Art Therapy usually takes place in a group or in one to one sessions. The skill of the therapist is to allow individuals reach a better understanding of themselves and how they relate to each other.

Pottery Workshop

Paul Exall delivers Pottery workshop at blueSCI.

Pottery sessions are being delivered at blueSCI by professional potter Paul Exall. The classes provide an opportunity for people to express themselves creatively through the use of clay. Paul uses his expertise to show participants how to make coil pots, jewellery, and mosaic tiles amongst other things. People are finding that working with clay in a relaxed atmosphere is very therapeutic and enjoyable.

Allotment project

blueSCI is working in partnership with Campaign for sustainable Living, Groundwork, TMBC Parks and Countryside, Community Adult Learning and Old Trafford Community Allotment Group.

Members of Old Trafford Community Allotment are working with a landscape designer to transform a large site into an organic haven of green space. The Allotment is situated on Warwick Court off Kings Road Old Trafford and enjoys a number of features including:

• 20ft learning shed with reading materials for budding organic growers
• Training sessions based on what members identify as learning needs, for example composting
• Communal plots growing a range of fruit, vegetables, herbs and flowers
• Individual plots for members only
• Wild life area
• Pond and feature garden
• Children’s play area (under construction)
• Polly-tunnel
• Patio area for BBQ’s and picnics

The Community Allotment enables people to:

• Improve their fitness levels through physical activity – digging, weeding and planting
• Socialise with others over a cup of tea and a biscuit
• Learn more about organic growing and cooking
• Enjoy the tranquillity of the open space, relax and enjoy the scenery

Opening Times
The allotment is available to members at all times. To become a member contact blueSCI on 0161 912 4828, alicia@bluesci.org.uk or come along to the sessions on Thursdays and Saturdays 10am to 12pm and 10am to 4pm on the third Thursday of every month.

Members Meeting
A meeting is held on the first Thursday of every month at blueSCI (Old Trafford Service) to discuss and plan the development of the allotment site.

Donations of equipment
We are always on the look out for gardening tools, garden furniture, plants etc…. if you can help in any way please contact blueSCI on 0161 912 4828 or alicia@bluesci.org.uk

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