Take inspiration from Berwick’s seabirds, garden birds or even fantastical imaginary birds to create your own flapping wings bird puppet.

Children will design, craft and decorate their puppet using a range of materials before bringing it to life with moving wings. This playful session combines creativity, crafting and a little bit of storytelling.

Alongside the main puppet-making activity, children will also have time to explore other exciting art activities and materials, giving them the chance to follow their own ideas and creativity.

A great activity for children who enjoy making things and letting their imaginations take flight.

A drink and fresh fruit will be provided.

Drop-Off, Collection & Important Information

This is a drop-off session. Parents or carers are welcome to bring children to the studio from 8.55am, with the session running 9am – 1pm.

Please ensure children are signed in and out by a parent or carer at the beginning and end of the session. If someone different will be collecting your child, please let us know in advance.

When booking, please provide details of any allergies, medical conditions or additional needs that we should be aware of so we can ensure your child is comfortable and safe during the session.

We will also ask for an emergency contact number that can be reached during the workshop.

Our experienced team will supervise children throughout the session to ensure a safe, welcoming and creative environment for everyone.

About Laura Johnson

Laura is an artist-maker primarily working with recycled silver and found objects who is inspired by delicately weathered textures, the emotive energy of the natural world and the poetry of stories.

Appreciated for her clear, calm and inclusive teaching style Laura has taught across age ranges from early years right through to those in their 80s. Laura worked for over a decade as a secondary school teacher and has facilitated creative workshops for schools, galleries, visitor attractions, community groups and private clients.

Maltings at Hide Hill is a new Cultural Resource Hub made possible by funding from Create Berwick, the Culture and Creative Zone (CCZ) funded by the North East Combined Authority and Northumberland County Council to support the growth of the cultural and creative industries in Berwick-upon-Tweed.