• Arts Education

    Inspiring kids and teachers to learn through inquiry and experimentation.

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    Welcome

    A little about myself...

    Over the years I have worn many creative and educational hats... from a muralist, painter and storyteller to primary art teacher and department head - I now own and run an art centre in Singapore, consult for schools and sit on academic boards as a director of learning. As an experienced workshop leader and speaker I am passionate about art and learning; bringing a high level of creativity, energy and humour into my sessions....

     

    As a teacher I have over 12 years experience in the classroom, with 9 years in International schools as both a classroom teacher, visual arts specialist and most recently the head of department. In 2017 I embarked on this new journey, starting Inspired Arts and running workshops and conferences to inspire and encourage other teachers.

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    Classroom management

    Positive, Encouraging and Exciting

    My approach to 'classroom' management is informed by best practice and the latest research; encouraging environments that are fun, active, differentiated and up-lifting. I believe that all children in your care should be believed in, supported and given an environment in which they can thrive.

     

    I work with teams, giving them strategies and training that helps them develop an environment that is embedded in this approach.

     

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    Environment

    Design, Flow, Create

    I believe that the physical environment is the third teacher in the room. I will support teams to create an environment that engages the children in your care; naturally surrounding them with the values and culture that you want to see embedded in their behaviour and learning. You will also learn strategies in reflecting on and considering your room design and flow; intentionally considering the affect it has on behaviour, relationships and management,

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    Design Thinking

    Lets Create ideas together!

    A particular strength I have is in generating new dreams and ideas with planning teams. I encourage 'out of the box thinking' and am skilled in supporting teams to outwork those plans in practical and creative ways. You will leave these sessions inspired and equipped with ideas, lessons and themes that you and your team have full ownership of, and are excited to put in to practice.

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    Skills and Techniques

    Working with kids is an amazing opportunity to be a part of a world of Joy, enthusiasm, humour and imagination.

    I love to work with teams and staff, equipping them with skills, techniques and values that will help them engage and grow the kids in your care. Learning how to use your voice effectively, how to manage different ages and ability levels at the same time or how to move and supervise groups in unpredictable environments in a positive way; these are all skills that can be easily taught and supported.

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    Activities and Games training.

    The last thing you want is a boring programme that is the same as everyone else...

    By equipping your team with easy but effective games, activities and skills, we are able to develop a range of programmes that are unique to them and build on your organisations values, vision and culture. My aim is to grow leaders, that can in turn continue the training in house, and build a programme that is dynamic and growing. Every session is individualised for the organisation, and the skills, games and activities suit your unique situation, resources and budget.

  • Teacher and School PD

    Workshops, staff training and professional development.

     

    I love being able to support and guide teachers, organisations and schools to develop their art spaces and programmes to best meet the learning needs of their students.

     

    I am an experienced workshop leader and speaker and bring a high level of creativity, energy and humour into sessions. I believe in encouraging people to grow their practice from their current capacity and facilitate them to take natural next steps that they can take full ownership of. By doing this, any professional learning is achievable, transferable and sustainable.

    Curriculum leaders will discover that the content is authentic and relevant to the context and immediate needs of their community and students.

     

    Workshops can be tailored for your school or environment and can be run at our studio space in Singapore for up to 12 participants or at your school or space. I currently run workshops in Singapore, New Zealand, China, and Australia, and am receiving invitations and bookings worldwide.

     

    Please visit the workshop tab to see the selection of what is available at the moment. All of these workshops are practical and can be run as half day and full day options.

  • Workshops

    These are the workshops I currently offer. These have been received well by schools and teachers, and we hope to develop more. If you are interested in ANY of the workshops, or would like to discuss your organisations needs, please CONTACT ME HERE and I'll be more than happy to collaborate with you or your organisation to best meet your needs.

  • The Details

    Themes

    I am always developing new themes and concepts for schools and organisations. I work closely with my team and with you to ensure that the content is perfect for your context. Below are examples of themes that I have run successfully in schools and conferences.

    Please contact us to discuss your needs.

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    The Masters

    We have developed a range of "Masters"workshops that help participants explore the work of artists such as Leonardo Da Vinci ,Van Gogh, Friedrich Hundertwasser, Monet and Rembrandt without copying or duplicating the artist's work. the focus on these workshops are on response and is helpful for teachers that want to use artists exemplars whilst nourishing the creativity of their students.

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    The Dance

    This workshop explores Music, Dance, Drama and Visual art with a focus on one concept or theme. Participants investigate how to use movement, drama, dance, sound and visual art to express emotion, concepts and themes (such as joy/loss/fear/conflict and more) This workshop is highly valuable for classroom teachers and equips them with a range of tools and activities that can be used throughout the curriculum.

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    It Starts with a Line

    This workshop is best described as Art 1.1! it is the perfect place to start if you are wanting to teach drawing and mark making techniques. Over the session we explore at least 6 different techniques and media. The activities are highly adaptable and perfect for equipping classroom teachers with a foundation of activities that can be integrated across the curriculm

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    Mixing it up

    In this workshop we explore colour by making slime, weaving CD's and exploring pastels. The activities provide not only three excellent art units that can be used throughout the year, but also highlight how the elements of art can be discussed through less traditional medium.

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    Going Deeper

    This workshop is perfect for all educators who want their students to take ownership of their learning and engage with reflective and thinking routines on a deeper level. By utilising a wide range of routines and strategies, Hamish equips teachers with a full toolbox of practical skills, activities and 'thinking routines' that are easy to adapt, authentic and easy to apply to your current context and classroom.

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    Communication through paint

    An essential workshop for anyone that uses paint in the classroom. We equip participants with a range of strategies and techniques and go into depth with discussion points for using art to express and communicate. This is an excellent starting place for teaching art and embedding it within an inquiry curriculum.

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    Steampunk

    This dynamic sculpture workshop explores the important relationship between structural form and surface finishing. Participants create metallic looking sculptures from recycled materials and go through the design and planning process. It creates a foundation for excellence in construction and sculpture by equipping teachers with understandings and skills that are easily transferable.

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    Printmaking Basics

    This experience rich workshop explores the basics of Printmaking whilst incorporating cross curricular links. We will explore with mono print, foam print, Vegetable (where appropriate) and block printing. Participants will explore authentic links to the Elements and Principals of Art.

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    Out of the Box

    This highly active workshop starts with a pile of cardboard boxes and creates worlds. Participants can build mazes, cities, oceans and jungles whilst collaborating and negotiating on their ideas and creations.

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    Art and Stories

    This exciting workshop investigates how to respond to stories. We will explore multiple art styles and media together, to create beautiful Visual Arts projects with a rich and dynamic learning journey. We will explore papier mache, Air-dry ceramics, sculpture, surface finishing, armature sculpture, painting techniques and beyond.

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    We continue to develop new workshops daily...

    If you have specific needs for your school or wish to start a conversation about the context of your organisation, please contact us. We love to develop new ideas and love the challenge of curriculum development across all disciplines.

  • Meetings and conferences

    Hamish is available for full department meetings, staff training and conference speaking. His passion and expertise is appropriate for educators in all fields, and his dynamic approach will inspire, empower and encourage all. He is relatable, authentic and communicates with clarity and creativity.

     

    Full day

    A full day session allows for more customisation for your context, incorporating the values, vision goals of your school or organisation.

    The artwork is explored in more depth, and in cases where a media or ‘art unit’ is introduced, participants will have the opportunity to explore every facet of the unit, from introduction, planning, ‘exploring media’, designing, creating and reflection. In many cases schools have chosen to run a full day, split between two of the above mentioned workshops.

     

    2 hour/ half day session

    In a half day session participants will get an overview of the main concepts as well as explore the media to make a small sample. The presentation is dynamic and concepts are discussed and opportunities are given to envision how to use the learning and take it further.

     

    Pricing

    The Base rate for all Training is $600 SG per day + materials, preparation and 'Slide fees'. For those in Singapore, the workshops can be run within Inspired Arts or at your school or center. For workshops outside of Singapore, Hamish is competitively priced and enjoys working in new schools, countries and environments. All travel, accommodation and expenses are to be covered by the school or organisation. There is no limit to the workshop size. Hamish has run successful hands-on workshops with numbers exceeding 50 and also trains teachers one-to-one.

     

    Where translation to Chinese is required, we have our own translators, that are experts in the content and work closely with your local team - The translation fee is $200 a day plus all expenses.