Alternative Art Education
Our Philosophy
At Thrive By Design, we believe that alternative art education should be accessible to everyone, regardless of age or background.
One that inspires transformation in you, your family and friends by, developing creative confidence using process and material focused activities which are open ended art+play, nurture social-emotional development, foster essential critical thinking skills, spark innovation and ignite a flow of creative mental health.
Bringing joy, agency and independence to each and every person.
Here is what I offer…
Home Education Art Club
Sketchbook Club for age 8 and upwards for Home Educating Children
Sketchbook Club for age 8 and upwards for Home Educating Children
Home Educating Families , Fortnightly Mondays,
in Stapleford, 10.30am -12.30pm
Suitable for ages 6 years old +
Home Education Art Club is about giving your children a child-led, process art experience through a range of art projects. Sessions explore famous artists and art techniques, helping children build on their skills, while still giving them the freedom to create exactly as they wish.
Sketchbook Club for age 8 and upwards for Home Educating Children
Sketchbook Club for age 8 and upwards for Home Educating Children
Sketchbook Club for age 8 and upwards for Home Educating Children
Grab the spotlight for young artists with our Sketch Book Club!
Designed for Children who love to sit, focus, and draw for extended bursts of creativity, this club is a perfect fit for budding portfolio builders and dedicated art students.
Brand New Mini Artists Club for ages 3-7 years old
Mini Artist Club is brand new to the workshop schedule, filling in the age gap that was missing before. Wednesdays fortnightly 10.30am -12pm upstairs at Bendigo lounge, Beeston. Designed for children aged three to seven, it invites them to come and experience and explore supplies and materials through process-led, child-led art — giving them the freedom to create exactly as they please.
Home Education Open Art Exhibition
Every year I curate an Art Exhibition especially for the Home Educating community. This is FREE to entry by Home Educated children of all ages. The Exhibition will be available to view at Stapleford Library from October 2nd from 12 midday. If your child would like to enter please read the details on the picture or email for more information. Email entry application closing date 26th September 2026