Art Connection: A workshop for parents and children under 5

What happens when you follow your little one’s lead with a few markers, some plasticine, and a pile of paper?

They might make the same mark over and over, spend ages squishing plasticine, or fold the paper into something you hadn’t imagined. When you slow down and watch, those little moments can show you what sparks their curiosity and how they express themselves.

Art Connection is a two-session workshop at Sussex Neighbourhood House for parents and their children. We’ll use simple art materials to explore how your child likes to play and how you can support their ideas. There’s time to see what they set the pace, and time to make something alongside them. Mess welcome!

Week 1  |  Noticing

18 November, 1pm to 2:30pm

In the first session, we’ll explore found materials, plasticine, markers, and paper. As your child experiments, you’ll pay attention to what they reach for first, what they return to, and what they do when they discover something that interests them.

You might notice they’re fascinated by the marks made when a marker is held sideways, or that they want to press every object they find into the plasticine. Those are cues you can follow to see where their play goes next.

Week 2  |  Together

25 November, 1pm to 2:30pm

In the second session, we’ll use playdough or clay, collage materials, scissors and glue. It will be a chance to practice sharing in their fun and give them room to try out their ideas. You’ll come away with simple ways to support their creativity the next time you make art together at home.

Workshop Details

• When: Wednesday 18 & 25 November, 1pm to 2:30pm each week
• Where: Sussex Neighbourhood House, 7 Prospect Street, Pascoe Vale
• Who: Designed for children under 5 to attend with their carers
• Cost: $60 per family for both sessions

Book your family’s place in Art Connection