“We explored different materials and discovered imaginative ways to use colour and form to create dynamic costumes. I am confident we can adapt and modify the ideas across the school with all our students .”
DESIGN WORKSHOPS
INVESTIGATING COLOUR, FORM & THE SCIENCE OF DESIGN
The programme of design workshops for teachers were led by internationally acclaimed artist and designer Clary Salandy from Mahogany Arts. Teachers investigated the science of design by exploring the properties of different materials, investigated scale, 3D construction and the symbolism of colour and shape to communicate a story, a key element of carnival processions.
Sarah Nunn facilitated a session that enabled teachers to synthesis the experience and identify ways to differentiate the approaches for students aged 5 to 11 years old
120 Gifted and Talented students from across all three schools were selected to work with Mahogany Arts to produce three Affirmation costumes that would led the procession to Brimmington Park. The participants designed and constructed the three lead costumes, each design was rooted in symbolism and meaning and inspired by the natural elements.
