Community Artists
Our workshop warriors
Our Community artists are an exceptional team dedicated to creativity and community.
Their passion and boundless imagination come together year after year to craft an experience that promises to be truly unforgettable.
They work tirelessly throughout the summer running workshops to make community entries for the procession and as we eagerly await this year’s event, we thank the creative crew for their efforts in making our local community a more vibrant and creative place.
Read more about our community artists and their workshops below!
Amy Williams
Amy works on large scale socially engaged art projects, installations and artwork for parades and festivals.
She aims to engage a wide audience, creating work that is both accessible and inspiring. Her work often includes varying degrees of community engagement either in the making of the work or adding to it once made.
Amy ran a series of workshops at the Brewery Arts throughout summer, take a look through some of the wonderful creations below!
Website: www.amywilliamscreative.com
Donna Campbell
My passion is socially engaged arts. At the core of my practice is connecting through shared stories to understand one another; find purpose, make sense of the world and increase support networks. I enjoy nurturing creative potential and confidence in people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, through participation in the arts.
Donna held workshops at Kendal College and Lakeland Arts this summer!
Website: www.donnacampbellart.com
Lana Grindley
Lana Grindley, based in Kendal, Cumbria, founded Love Art Workshops in 2015. With extensive experience and expertise, Lana delivers creative workshops to promote community cohesion, social engagement, and a platform for individuals to explore their creative practices. Lana’s passion lies in creating opportunities for communities to come together and access the arts. She collaborates with charities, festivals, events, schools, and funding bodies to deliver bespoke, meaningful experiences for groups across the North West.
Lana held workshops across the community with Space 2 create, Sandgate School and Life Steps Group to name just a few!
Website: www.loveartworkshops.com
Kate Reid
Kate Reid is a costume designer, art teacher and community artist, based in Kendal, Cumbria. She trained in Textile Design, at Central St Martins, London and gained a PGCE from Reading University.
Creating costumes for theatre companies and organisations in the north-west of England, Kate has costumed productions at venues including: The Epstein Theatre, Liverpool; The Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal, The Forum, Barrow-in Furness and The Old Laundry Theatre, Bowness – as well as taking commissions for scene-painting, murals and banner-making. Kate also works with a number of community groups, schools and colleges, running textile and costume workshops and courses.
Kate held costume workshops weekly at her studio in Kendal, check out some of the felting below!
Website: www.kate-reid.co.uk
