Creative Pathways have engaged with over 100 volunteers, Young Reviewers, Work in Culture members and mentees. It has been such a pleasure to support and watch these participants develop their own work and engage with arts, culture and heritage organisations across Herefordshire.
Here are just a few case studies:
Cup Ceramics
Cup Ceramics took on two Creative Pathways volunteers and provided them with incredibly valuable experiences. In exchange for volunteers our members were given access to the ceramic studio, it's equipment, the support of highly skilled and experienced ceramists and access to sell their own work in the Cup shop.
Diversion
Work in Culture member Richard wanted to develop his public speaking and performance skills. He was trained by both Ellie and Emma and took part in the poetry night Diversion as both a poet and presenter. Richard was celebrated for his dry humour and warm delivery.
National Trust
Herefordshire’s National Trust welcomed Creative Pathways and young reviewer Kate to Berrington Hall. There they provided valuable knowledge and experience in marketing and event planning, as well as providing a wonderful private tour of the building and grounds. Please enjoy Kate’s video, celebrating the beautiful Berrington Hall.
Kate Morrison is an aspiring creative professional, with a recent 2.1 degree, multiple internships and relevant marketing/media work experience, she continues to be proactive about furthering her skillset and experience. Previously she has managed social media accounts, been an event photographer and produced various marketing content for small businesses and local charities. To get in touch with her please email Katemorrison.2205@gmail.com or find out more about her work at https://primrosemarketing.godaddysites.com.
2Faceddance
Creative Pathways volunteer Helen is passionate about the arts and event production. She joined 2faceddance as a volunteer and did such a good job that she was offered a job! Through Creative Pathways Helen has gained experience in arts administration, interacting with stakeholders and venue management.
Evergreen Club
Creative Pathways facilitated upcoming artist and workshop leader Gemma Moore.
Gemma was paired with experienced art facilitators Jeanette McCulloch and Olivia Mabey to support her development as an arts workshop facilitator. Gemma delivered a workshop to the Evergreen Club in Ledbury. Gemma had a particular interest in the use of arts as a creative and theraputic tool for those experiencing dementia.
Borderlines Film Festival
As well as welcoming members from our Young reviewers in The Shire project, Borderlines Film Festival also welcomed Creative Pathways volunteers who were passionate about film as venue assistants, box office stewards and audience researchers.
Play in a week
Work in Culture participant Mark Drury signed up to Creative Pathways to learn about careers in arts facilitation, particularly with young people. Mark was trained by Ellie Scanlan, an experienced workshop facilitator, and joined her as an assistant for a week long drama project at Ledbury Poetry. Mark is a talented muscian and writer and was excited to bring these skills to the workshop. Mark is now a regular volunteer for the Word Crew youth workshops at Ledbury Poetry.
Feast Festival
Feast Festival welcomed Creative Pathways members to take part as event photographers and production crew.
Open Sky
Open Sky Theatre create visually striking physical theatre, digital theatre and film. During Creative Pathways they took on 15+ young volunteers and gave them hands on filming and production experience, including a trip to shoot in London. The experience was incredibly valued and loved by volunteers.
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Hereford Cathedral
Maddison joined Creative Pathways and took up a volunteering placement at Hereford Cathedral in the Chained Library and as part of the Mappa Mundi exhibition. Through her volunteering Maddison gained skills as a historical tour guide. It was a pleasure to see her confidently tell fascinating stories and facts to members of the public. Maddison is also an aspiring artist and has taken great inspiration from the artwork at Hereford Cathedral.
