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the details
session flow
Every Sparc session follows a gentle rhythm designed to balance creativity, exploration and connection. While each workshop theme is different, children are given plenty of time to immerse themselves in materials, follow their curiosity and create in ways that feel natural to them.
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Children arrive, settle in and explore the creative materials and provocations set up around the space.
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A guided introduction to the day's theme, materials or creative challenge. This is designed to spark ideas and curiosity rather than provide step-by-step instructions.
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The heart of the session.
Children explore materials, develop ideas, experiment, solve problems and create in ways that feel natural to them. Facilitators offer guidance, prompts and encouragement while supporting each child's individual creative process.
Activities may include painting, printmaking, sculpture, construction, collage, loose parts play and collaborative making.
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Children take a break to enjoy their packed lunch and connect with friends through free play, conversation in our courtyard or lounge space.
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We finish by sharing discoveries, celebrating creative risks and helping care for our creative space together before heading home.
location
Sparc Artspace is in Kingston Beach at the Kin Creative Space, behind the Kingston Beach Community Hall.
While children explore, create and play, parents are able to stay or be nearby enjoying a coffee or catching a moment for themselves a local cafe.
Sparc Artspace
20 Beach Road, Kingston Beach 7050
At Sparc, children are encouraged to explore, experiment and create without the pressure of getting things "right".
Our workshops focus on process over product, building confidence, creativity and curiosity through hands-on making and playful exploration.
Ages 5–12 years
Thursday 23 July | 9:30am–12:00pm
Inspired by the animal kingdom, nature and exploring.
Children will create with paper, clay, paint and natural materials through a series of open-ended art experiences and creative invitations.
This session celebrates curiosity, adventure and discovery while encouraging children to follow their own ideas and creative instincts.
Perfect for children who love nature, making, animals, storytelling and exploring the world around them.
Bookings essential. Places are limited.
