Art Buds: Spring's Coming!

This artist-led creative programme for under 5s, allows young children to explore their creativity through sensory activities and creative play.

Art Buds encourages interaction for youngsters and adults alike as well as an early appreciation of the natural world by making use of our outdoor spaces and using natural and sustainable materials where we can.  

Led by professional Artists Associates from Milton Keynes Arts Centre the activities will informally help children develop skills in line with the Expressive Arts and Design objectives of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. An opportunity to develop imagination, self-expression and communication through the arts.

There is a suggested donation of £3 per child on the door for each session.

Location: Milton Keynes Arts Centre, Great Linford, Parklands MK14 5DZ
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Thursdays 15 & 29 February, 7 & 14 March 2024, 10am – 11.15am

Join artist Alice Boland-Rhodes for a series of wild outdoor early year adventure sessions taking inspiration from wildlife and the environment and using natural and found materials to make art. Over four weeks, young artists will be introduced to natural print making, hangings and sculpture.

February, materials such as clay, sticks and fabric will be used to create dens, warrens and other wildlife homes. |

‍March, plants and water will be used to create natural paints and make marks – things may get a little messy, so please dress appropriately.
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What to bring: All materials provided, we’ll go outside when we can, so make sure you dress for the weather and for messy making too.

‍Price: Suggested donation on the door from £3 per child

*Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Drop-in, no booking required.

Location: Hedgerows Family Centre, Langland Road, Netherfield, MK6 4NP
Please check here for Hedgerows’ reach area.
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Wednesdays 13, 20 & 27 March, 9.45 – 11am

Join artist Cathy Ebbels as she leads a series of spring-themed activities using natural materials at the Hedgerows Family Centre in Netherfield.

Expect activities like mud painting, raindrop watercolours, rainbow ‘dancing’ sticks, Spring sun catchers, clay nests, painting with feathers and MUCH more!
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What to bring: All materials provided, we’ll go outside when we can, so make sure you dress for the weather and for messy making too.

‍Price: Suggested donation on the door from £3 per child

*Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Drop-in, no booking required.

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