Curiosity Boxes – Kids holiday workshop

Curiosity Boxes: Assemblage art

This upcycling exercise is inspired by SECCA’s current exhibiting artists, particularly Karla Dickens’ use of found materials, assemblage and activism, and Helen Britton’s exploration of memory, personal histories and collected objects. Participants will create a three-dimensional curiosity box that tells a story about who they are, where they belong and what matters to them.

Using found objects and materials such as buttons, cardboard, fabric scraps, natural treasures and recycled materials, young artists will combine different elements to build an artwork reflecting identity, community, environment and the impact we each have on the world around us.

Participants are encouraged to bring a few small items from home to include in their artwork, such as broken jewellery, old toys, photographs, keepsakes or other objects with personal meaning.

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Wednesday 7 October

Ages 9+, 1pm to 3pm

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Workshops will be tailored to participants' age group.

$30 + booking fee.

Creative Kids vouchers accepted.

*To apply your Creative Kids discount, enter CREATIVE into the discount field when purchasing your tickets. You will need to bring your Creative Kids voucher with you when you drop your child off for their class. We will scan the voucher and payment for the class will then be deemed complete. Full payment of fees must be complete prior to class commencement.

Bookings essential as places are limited. All materials provided.

Please note:

• Location and arrival: Our classes take place in the SECCA Project Space, which you can access through the main SECCA entrance. We’re happy to welcome students into the space from 10 minutes before class.

• Food and drink: Children are welcome to bring a water bottle into the Project Space. If needed, food may be consumed in the SECCA foyer at the seating area outside the SECCA Project Space (note there won’t be a scheduled snack break during the class). Please ensure any food or drinks brought do not contain common allergens. No food or drink is permitted in the gallery.

• Clothing: SECCA provides art smocks for children to wear during the class. Closed-toe footwear required.

• Parent/guardian presence: Parents and guardians are welcome to pop into the SECCA Project Space at the start to help their child settle in, if needed. You’re also welcome to wait in the gallery foyer for the duration of the class – seating and viewing windows are available – however you are not required to stay. If your child does require extra support, you may remain in the education space, but please discuss this with SECCA at the time of enrolment.

• Allergies/medical information: Your child’s safety is our priority. If there’s anything we should know - such as allergies, medical needs, or other important information - please share it with our team at check-in.

• Participation and expectations: To help create a fun and safe experience for all, children are expected to be able to join in the activities, follow instructions, and stay engaged throughout the session. If your child needs particular support to help with concentration or participation, please let us know at the time of enrolment so we can assist wherever possible.

• Photography: From time to time, we may take photos for SECCA promotional purposes. Parents/guardians and children will have the opportunity to opt out of photography during sign‑in at the start of the class.

Have any questions about the workshop? Contact SECCA on 02 6499 2201

Image credit: photo by SECCA