We turn creative learning into opportunities for people to participate, build capability and contribute. From community art activities to supported facilitation pathways, we help organisations create programmes that can grow beyond a single session.
A creative session can spark confidence and connection. We take the next step by helping organisations develop practical art skills, guided facilitation experiences and activities that participants can eventually help lead themselves.
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03OUR APPROACH
TWO WAYS TO GROW.
A caregiver looking for flexible work and a senior who wants to lead an art interest group may have very different goals. We design pathways for both.
01EMPLOYMENT PATHWAYS↗
FOR CAREGIVERS, YOUTHS AND OTHERS SEEKING FLEXIBLE WORK
LEARN IT. PRACTISE IT. SHARE IT.
ART FACILITATION IN PRACTICE
We combine practical art lessons, facilitation skills and supervised experience in real workshop settings. Participants develop at a manageable pace, practise alongside experienced trainers and build a portfolio of relevant skills for suitable paid assignments.
ART SKILLSSUPPORTED PRACTICETRAINER FEEDBACKWORK OPPORTUNITIES
We help AACs and SSAs identify interested members, teach accessible art activities and develop the confidence to guide their peers. With lesson resources, staff collaboration and periodic support, centres can build regular art interest groups around people they already know.
FACILITATOR SKILLSACTIVITY RESOURCESPEER LEADERSHIPONGOING PRACTICE
Participants learn one art form at a time. After completing a relevant module, they can be considered for supported practice in a suitable workshop while continuing to develop other skills.
01 / LEARNEXPLORE AN ART FORM
Learn the techniques, lesson preparation and ways to guide others.
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02 / PRACTISETRY IT IN A REAL WORKSHOP
Join suitable supervised sessions when an opportunity is available.
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03 / REVIEWREFLECT. GET FEEDBACK.
Review the experience with a lead trainer and participating partner.
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Participants can continue learning new art forms while practising those they have already learnt. Paid work is considered according to readiness, suitability and available opportunities.
05WHAT WE BRING
EXPERIENCE ON THE GROUND.
Our programmes bring experienced facilitation, careful planning and a hands on approach to different groups. We build with trainers, community collaborators and advisors who understand what it takes to bring an idea into a real room.
FACILITATION IN ACTION
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REAL PEOPLE.
We adapt materials, pacing and activities to the group, with participation always at the centre.
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REAL PRACTICE.
We bring programme planning, facilitation and thoughtful review into each engagement.
CREATIVE LEARNING IN PRACTICE
06FOUR WAYS TO WORK WITH US
YOU BRING THE PURPOSE. WE'LL BUILD TOGETHER.
Whether you manage a centre or lead a CSR programme, we can shape a creative engagement around the people you serve, the resources you have and the outcomes that matter to you.
FOR AACS, SSAS AND ORGANISATIONS WITH PARTICIPANT GROUPS
Your centre or community programme can become a real learning environment for aspiring art facilitators.
HOW IT COULD WORK
Collartive plans a suitable art activity and coordinates supervised assistant roles. Participants support delivery alongside an experienced facilitator.
WHAT YOUR CENTRE RECEIVES
A creative engagement for your members, clearly agreed responsibilities and an opportunity to contribute practical feedback on facilitation readiness.
A POSSIBLE START: Host a trial workshop with a lead trainer and one or two supervised art assistants, subject to suitability and available participants.
Programme scope, accessibility needs, safeguarding, supervision and reporting are agreed with each partner before delivery. Training does not guarantee employment.
07COMMON QUESTIONS
GOOD TO KNOW.
Who can take part?+
We work with partners to identify suitable participants, including caregivers, youths and community members. Entry requirements and support arrangements depend on each programme.
Does joining training guarantee paid work?+
No. Training and supervised practice are intended to help participants build skills and confidence. Paid opportunities depend on readiness, suitable roles and actual demand.
Can an AAC or SSA train its own members?+
Yes. We can design a pathway to help interested members learn to guide recurring activities, with resources and support suited to your centre.
Do we have to commit to a long programme?+
No. A single workshop or short pilot is a practical way to test what works before deciding whether to grow the programme.
08 / NEXT STEPS
WHO COULD WE CREATE WITH?
Tell us whom you want to engage and what you hope to achieve. We can help shape the next step, from a single workshop to a broader community partnership.
