Arc. Arts for Recovery in the Community


“ The whole concept of Arts and Health is about nurturing an holistic attitude to healing and in improving the mental health of the community.”

Dr. Stephen Watkins

News

Arc is dragged (kicking and screaming) into the 21st Century!

Yes it’s true, you can now follow us on Facebook and Twitter…

Arc Wins Award!

Arc is delighted to have won the 'Life-Changing' category at the 'Proud of Stockport' awards.

award photograph

See the video on the Stockport Council website.
http://www.stockport.gov.uk/services/communitypeopleliving/yourcommunity/proudofstockport


 

Brinnington Art Exhibition

The first ever Brinnington Open Art Exhibition took place recently, with an overwhelmingly positive response from the community. Opened by Eamonn Boylan, SMBC’s Chief Executive and visited by local MP Ann Coffey, this exhibition featured over 40 pieces of art by more than 20 local artists. Several art groups were represented, including Brush Strokes, the Spectrum Art Club and Artistic Moves.

For more information on Arc’s work in Brinnington please visit our Community Outreach page.

Art in the Park 2012

Creative activities for families and children at Reddish Vale Country Park.

A partnership between Arc and the Friends of the Vale.

Bring your family down to the new Activity Area, a purpose-designed room which can be used throughout the year.

Arts and Crafts sessions draw on the park's wildlife for inspiration and encourage families to explore the geography of the park. Led by Arc artist Rachel Shore and a team of volunteers

The dates for Art in the Park 2012 are:

Sunday May 13th (See below for details)

Sunday June 10th

Saturday July 7th (as part of the Pass the Baton event)

Sunday August 5th

Sunday September 9th

Sunday October 14th

Just drop in and have a go - it's fun, relaxed and very creative!

Please note that sessions may be messy so wear suitable clothing. Arc cannot be held responsible for any damage to clothing or jewellery. Children must be supervised at all times

Art in the Park - Magical Creatures Masks

Sunday May 13th 1-3pm

Add felt and collage papers onto card mask templates of animals native to the park such as bats, owls and butterflies...

You will be able to learn about these creatures' special powers - for example the bat's supersonic hearing and the owl's night vision - and bring your magical mask to life!

The Creative Crochet session is still taking place as part of 'Art in the Park' every Tuesday 2-4pm