Day 2 of our giantmaking project with Leedstown School, as part of #ArtsLab.
The students created so many beautiful creations to adorn our new giant Tregona: 1. Hand woven fabric patches 2. Block printed repeat patterns 3. Celtic inspired jewellery 4. A natural head crown 5. A giant wig 6. Batik style fabric paintings with beetroot ink
And more…
We are so excited to reveal Tregona, The giant of Tregonning Hill inspired by Stephen Polglase’s tale “The Last Giants”
Arts Lab is a creative wellbeing programme by and for young people in Cornwall, delivered by HeadStart Kernow, FEAST and Arts Well, commissioned by The Cornwall Council Wellbeing and Public Health Service.
What a joy it was to be invited to lead the Carleen Tea Treat procession, joined by a fantastic group of musicians! A special way to celebrate the seasons bounty and welcome the start of the harvest season in Nanny Goat Country — crowned by a glorious serpent dance around Trew Green
An illustrated talk by Amy Webb of The Lost Giants Discover the world of processional giants and their place within British folk traditions. Amy will share insights from her ongoing research into this centuries-old custom, exploring the many giants documented across British history, how they are made, and the cultural roles they have played over …
We’re proud to present these mini zines packed with tips and tricks for giant making, tall tales of Cornish giants, DIY activities, and posters. Written, illustrated, and published by Amy Webb and Ruth Webb of The Lost Giants, this self-published collection dives into the world of giant-making and celebrates where it all began for us in Lostwithiel, …
Day 2 of Arts Lab
Day 2 of our giantmaking project with Leedstown School, as part of #ArtsLab.
The students created so many beautiful creations to adorn our new giant Tregona:
1. Hand woven fabric patches
2. Block printed repeat patterns
3. Celtic inspired jewellery
4. A natural head crown
5. A giant wig
6. Batik style fabric paintings with beetroot ink
And more…
We are so excited to reveal Tregona, The giant of Tregonning Hill inspired by Stephen Polglase’s tale “The Last Giants”
Arts Lab is a creative wellbeing programme by and for young people in Cornwall, delivered by HeadStart Kernow, FEAST and Arts Well, commissioned by The Cornwall Council Wellbeing and Public Health Service.
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