Children's Wild Art Workshops

Currently running at Holme Grown, Eastby

Everything starts with the landscape.

Making outside changes things.

These sessions give children space to explore, experiment and create — without worrying about getting it right.

Less about technique, more about noticing, loosening up and seeing what happens.

Wild Art Workshops in Half Term

Who it’s for

Children aged 8–14 (initial sessions)

If there’s interest, I’ll be opening this out to:

  • younger and older age groups
  • small group / birthday sessions
  • more tailored, one-off workshops

What to expect

  • Small, relaxed groups (8–12)
  • Light guidance — not formal teaching
  • A piece of work to take home

Location

Holme Grown in Eastby

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WILD ART WORKSHOPS FAQs

1. Do they need to be good at art?

Not at all. These sessions are about exploring, experimenting and making without worrying about getting it right.

No experience needed, just curiosity.

2. What do they need to bring?

Nothing - everything is provided.

Just send them in:

  • clothes they can get messy
    in
  • layers and waterproofs for being outdoors

3. Do parents need to stay?

No - you’re welcome to drop off and come back at the end.

4. What will they make?

Each child will create their own small piece to take home, sometimes we work towards a bigger piece over a number of weeks.

The focus isn’t on a “perfect” result, it’s about the process, the materials, and
building confidence in making.

5. What if the weather’s bad?

Sessions run outdoors where possible, but we’ll adapt depending on the conditions.

You’ll always be told in advance if anything changes.

6. How long are the sessions?

Often 1.5 hours, however session times are listed when booking.

They’re designed to feel relaxed and unhurried, enough time to get into it without
dragging on.

7. Where are the sessions held?

Holme Grown, Eastby. A working growing space with gardens, orchard and open landscape - the setting is part of the experience. Full details are shared after booking.

8. How many children are in each session?

Small groups of around 8–12.

This keeps it calm, focused, and gives everyone space to explore.

9. Can I book more than one session?

Yes - sessions are designed so children can come back and have a different
experience each time.

10. What’s your cancellation policy?

If you can’t make it, let me know at least 48 hours in advance and I’ll move your
booking to another date.

Because spaces are limited, I’m not able to offer refunds for late cancellations.

11. Who runs the sessions? Are you qualified and DBS checked?

The sessions are led by me, Francesca Salvini. I’m a local landscape painter based in North Yorkshire.

Alongside my own practice, I’ve spent years teaching across different settings from young children through to adult and degree-level students.

I hold an up-to-date DBS check.

These sessions bring that experience into a more relaxed, outdoor setting, less about formal teaching, more about creating the right space for children to explore and make.

Behaviour

These are relaxed sessions, but we do ask that children are able to engage respectfully with the space, materials and others.

If a child is struggling to settle, we may ask for a parent to stay or collect early.