{"product_id":"nature-art-to-connect-and-calm-ringwood-library-tuesday-5th-12th-and-19th-may-2026-10-00am","title":"Nature Art to Connect and Calm - Ringwood Library - Tuesday 5th, 12th and 19th May 2026 - 10.00am","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNature Art to Calm and Connect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRingwood Library\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuesday 5th, 12th and 19th May 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10.00am to 12.30pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAn introduction to the work of different artists who are inspired by nature to benefit health and wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearning Goals:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDesign and create at least four artworks using different painting, drawing and collage techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdentify and discuss different artworks and use them to experiment with materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChoose at least one art material or technique which is completely new to you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdentify and define how creative activities can benefit health and wellbeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the course: \u003c\/strong\u003eUse the work of different nature artists to express yourself, have fun and try out new techniques. Benefits of creative activities include helping process thoughts, relax, practice self-care, connect with others, embrace mistakes, experiment and try things out. 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If you have them, you might wish to bring along Wax Crayons, Pastels, Felt Tip Pens or Coloured Pencils to experiment with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Steps: \u003c\/strong\u003eFurther Drawing and Art courses at the libraries, Collage Club, Maberly Room, Stanpit Village Hall, Christchurch. First Sunday of the month, 2pm to 4pm, all abilities welcome. £10 per session. Tickets need to be booked in advance via Eventbrite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is aimed at Hampshire residents aged 19+ Attendance is expected at each session to ensure that you get the most out of your learning experience and to minimise disruption for other learners. Please advise the venue\/tutor of any absence you may have.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAttendance is expected at each session to ensure that you get the most out of your learning experience and to minimise disruption for other learners. 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