I’m currently collaborating with the Yume Project to deliver a creative programme for Learning Disability Week 2025, centred around the theme "Do You See Me?". Through this project, I’m working closely with Yume clients to create artwork that highlights the importance of visibility, inclusion, and being truly valued within society.

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I provide weekly workshops tailored to a diverse group of adults with varying physical, cognitive, and mental health needs. These sessions are designed to be inclusive, supportive, and empowering, encouraging each participant to express their identity, experiences, and perspective through art. We explore a range of mediums and techniques, giving participants the tools and confidence to develop their own creative voice.

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​The artwork produced throughout the project reflects deeply personal and thought-provoking narratives, challenging perceptions and inviting audiences to see beyond disability. The project will culminate in a public exhibition, which I will fully curate, organise, and promote.​​

I designed and delivered the Mighty Machines printmaking project in collaboration with Castle School, which caters for children with a variety of complex learning difficulties from the ages of 4 to 19.

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Focusing on the themes of identity and social inclusion, over five sessions, I introduced students to a variety of printmaking techniques, encouraging them to explore creative expression through these methods. As part of the project, we visited a local museum to study vehicles and mechanical systems, providing inspiration for their artwork.

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The project culminated in a public exhibition at City Arts, a local community arts centre. The children’s work was professionally displayed, drawing attention from the local media and even a visit from the mayor.

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One of the most rewarding moments was attending the private view and watching the students proudly point out their framed pieces on the gallery walls. The exhibition celebrated the outcomes of this vibrant, collaborative educational project and showcased the voices and creativity of the students through the lens of art and identity.

Over two days, I collaborated with every student at Mortimer Junior School to help them design and create their own unique felt square, each inspired by the Coronation. These individual pieces were then incorporated into a large-scale, three-panel wall hanging, designed as a lasting commemorative artwork for the school. Using a mixed media approach, I hand-stitched all the student contributions together, enhancing the final piece with additional embellishments.

 

The completed installation measures 2m x 3m and now hangs proudly on display at the school.​

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This project aimed to transform a plain sports equipment storage container into a vibrant, long-lasting collaborative mural. I worked with a representative group of students from each class, guiding them as they created individual pages filled with imaginative designs inspired by their school experiences. Using their chosen media, the students expressed their unique perspectives, which were then thoughtfully combined into a cohesive composition and enlarged for application onto the container’s surface.

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The project culminated in a whole-school mural painting day, where every student had the opportunity to contribute, bringing the collective vision to life and turning the container into a colourful celebration of school life.

Take Flight is a vibrant community art installation created by Charlotte Adcock for The Castle School in partnership with The Nature Discovery Centre, now proudly on display at the Centre. Opened by the Deputy Mayor of Newbury, the project celebrates individuality, growth, and the strength of a connected school community.

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Each bird, leaf, or animal in the installation represents a member of The Castle School, students, teachers, and support staff alike. Every participant was given a blank felt tile and the freedom to design a meaningful image that reflected their identity or personal journey. The bird motif symbolises freedom, creativity, and the process of growing from fledglings into confident individuals ready to "fly the nest."

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The designs were hand-stitched together into a single, cohesive piece, with a central tree motif acting as the heart of the installation, a symbol of unity, shared roots, and the nurturing role of the school community. The result is a powerful visual metaphor: every individual is unique, yet essential to the whole.

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This inclusive project celebrates a wide range of artistic abilities and voices, reinforcing the message that everyone has value, everyone belongs, and everyone contributes to the life of the community.​​​

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Budding Artists is a joyful and inclusive art programme offering free creative sessions for preschool & infant school-aged children, generously supported by the West Berkshire Lottery Community Fund. These workshops are designed to nurture imagination, build confidence, and give children a space to freely explore their creativity in a supportive environment.

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Each session introduces children to a wide variety of artistic techniques and materials. From drawing, painting, and collage to printmaking, clay modelling, and mixed media sculpture, the activities are carefully planned to be accessible, engaging, and fun.

 

The sessions are often inspired by themes such as nature, storytelling, seasons, or artists from around the world, encouraging children to express their ideas and learn through hands-on exploration.

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As the Programme Manager for Children's Art at City Arts, I design and offer a number of art sessions and events, one of which is Art Shed, a vibrant after-school programme for children aged 4 to 11, designed to inspire creativity, imagination, and hands-on exploration in a welcoming, supportive environment.

 

Held weekly at City Arts, these Make & Take sessions offer young artists the chance to experiment with a wide range of materials and techniques, encouraging them to try something new and develop their artistic confidence.

 

Each week introduces a different creative activity, from painting, collage, and printmaking to sculpture, craft, and mixed media projects. Children are guided through the process, with plenty of freedom to express their own ideas and make each piece uniquely their own. Best of all, every child leaves with a finished artwork to take home and share with pride.

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Art Shed is about more than just making art, it’s about nurturing curiosity, building creative skills, and giving children a space to relax, explore, and enjoy the process of making. Whether they're seasoned young creators or picking up a paintbrush for the first time, every child is welcome.

Art for Wellbeing is a series of gentle, creative sessions developed by the Corn Exchange Newbury to support mental wellness through art-making. These classes are designed as a low-level, accessible form of therapeutic activity, offering participants a calm and welcoming space to explore self-expression, reduce stress, and enjoy the benefits of creative engagement.

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As a facilitator, my role is to guide participants through a variety of relaxed, process-based art activities,ranging from drawing and collage to simple printmaking and mixed media work. The emphasis is not on technical skill or finished results, but on enjoying the creative process and finding personal meaning through making.

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Each session is carefully structured to be inclusive, supportive, and non-judgmental, encouraging participants to connect with their creativity in a way that feels safe and enjoyable. Art for Wellbeing offers a valuable pause in the week, an opportunity to slow down, reconnect with oneself, and build confidence through creativity.

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I provide friendly art sessions that are designed especially for adults aged 18 and over who may be feeling isolated, caring for a loved one, seeking a mental health boost, or simply looking for a welcoming space to connect with others.

 

Designed for those who are either brand new to art or already enjoy being creative, my sessions offer a relaxed opportunity to try something new, meet people, and focus on your wellbeing in a supportive environment.

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The sessions are funded to support community mental health and reduce loneliness, the workshops encourage gentle creativity through a variety of enjoyable, hands-on art and craft activities. I’m proud to be one of the regular artists leading Free Art Fridays, and I love creating an inclusive space where everyone feels encouraged and valued, no matter their experience or ability.​​

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I’m a regular artist working with ISIS Out of School Clubs in Basingstoke during school holidays, delivering full-day, hands-on art and craft sessions for children aged 4 to 11.

 

These creative days are designed to be fast-paced and highly engaging, with children rotating through a series of themed ‘stations’ that offer a variety of activities, including arts and craft.

 

I lead the arts and crafts station, where i vary activities from painting and collage to sculpture, printmaking, or seasonal crafts, encouraging experimentation and keeping energy and interest levels high throughout the day. The rotating format ensures every child stays actively involved, moving between stations in small groups and experiencing a wide range of creative challenges.