James Taylor joined LifewithArt in Summer 2015 as one of our first music tutors in London. James is a former National and Halle Youth Orchestra member, now freelancing as a drummer and percussionist across a wide range of musical genres and contexts – including contemporary dance, film, theatre and bands. He has worked with the […]
CONTINUE READINGWhat a terrific first occupation in Euston Tower, Central London. The centre was open 5 days a week throughout March and April, allowing us to run a huge number of activities. The bright, open spaces of the 15th and 16th floors, made an ideal home for our photographic exhibitions featuring Riding for the Disabled Association, Myaware and […]
CONTINUE READINGA wonderful first occupation in Wharfside Shopping Centre, Penzance! Laura and her team ran some amazing workshops which were enjoyed by clients from Penwith Alternative Provision Academy, Trelya, Drym Valley Centre and John Daniels Centre.
CONTINUE READINGNobody went home empty handed from the recent arts workshops in New Alderson House, Belshill. Clients from Stonehouse Lifestyles enjoyed the celebratory themed project which focused on bonfire night and Christmas. The project was divided into four creative activities. To get started each service user created 2 or more salt paintings inspired by the night sky on […]
CONTINUE READINGLaura Menzies is an artist who specialises in painting, having gained a MA in the subject from Falmouth University in 2013. Laura is dedicated to improving quality of life through creative engagement and believes the arts can connect and inspire individuals and strongly improve quality of life. The workshops Laura runs incorporates various mediums, including […]
CONTINUE READINGLifewithArt is kicking off the New Year with a bang, launching 4 new Charity Arts Centres. London is seeing the bulk of the excitement with new buildings in Woolwich, Euston and Southwark. We are also pleased to be opening our first Cornish centre located in Wharfside Shopping Centre, Penzance. The addition of these new buildings, […]
CONTINUE READINGOver the years LifewithArt has sponsored two Myaware art competitions which attracted entrants from as far afield as Israel. Artwork was produced by people with Myasthenia gravis, their families and carers. Both exhibitions are on display in LifewithArt charity arts centres around the country. Join Myaware at their free open days; see the amazing photographic […]
CONTINUE READINGThis winter the LifewithArt tutors enjoyed finding new and creative ways to spread Christmas cheer. Santa hats, baubles, Christmas cards, sparkly lights – if it was Christmassy then we made it! Lots of laughter, fun and a ton of glitter. “I really enjoyed the card making workshop. It was so much fun and I had […]
CONTINUE READINGLorena Hauton joined our Lincoln team in 2017 as tutor and coordinator. Originally a self taught artist who wanted to make a difference, inspired by her journey bringing up her son who has complex needs. This led to the establishment of “Take Part in Art” ( a part of Lorena Jane Art Ltd.) which provides […]
CONTINUE READINGLifewithArt is pleased to announce the opening of a new Charity Arts Centre in Uxbridge. Valiant House is a lovely building which can be found just off Uxbridge High Street – only a 3 minute walk from the tube station. It has been over 4 years since we last worked in Uxbridge so we’re really keen […]
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