Fragments of colour

We started by thinking about colours and what they mean to us, what they remind us of, how we can use colours to describe our memories. What fragment of your story would you like to tell, share or maybe keep personal and display as an artwork.

Bargello stitching is a quick stitch to learn and once mastered grows pretty quickly so it is great for mixed ability groups.
We used the CHQF in this project to guide us especially along the lines of equity. The aim for Selly Manor was to display a shared artwork, my aim was to ensure that each participant had a piece of work to call their own.

Using pattern rather than straightforward stitched images was a great way to ensure that those that did not want to share were still able to join in. The final shared piece includes stories of loss, exhilaration, friendship and care. Whilst each persons own artwork contains memories that they can see every day on their own walls.
At the end of each session I shared reflections with the project lead using my own CHQF template that addresses the pillars alongside how the project is matching our expectations. Having facilitators that know the partcicipants in the room was extremely important, we are talking about memories and its not a given that they will always be good. The craft was the flux for more understanding of each other.

I’m so proud of everyone that took part and seeing the final exhibition at Selly Manor in May.