Better Connect Winter Wellbeing

Local residents had the chance to explore a whole mix of artforms during our Winter Wellbeing workshops, bringing creativity, calm, and connection into the colder months.

Working alongside artists Corrine Lewis Ward, Amanda Quinn, and Rita Griskonyte, participants got hands‑on with three very different creative experiences:

• Coaster and Bookmark Design & Engraving – Participants slowed down and sketched intricate patterns, playful motifs, and personal designs, which were later etched onto their finished coasters and bookmarks.
• Life Letters – Through gentle writing prompts, participants reflected on the places, people, and memories that shaped them. From tiny everyday joys to big life moments, they explored how to turn personal stories into expressive, heartfelt writing.
• Fused Glass Workshop – Using bright shards of coloured glass, participants pieced together miniature landscapes and abstract designs. They experimented with composition and colour, transforming simple fragments into artworks full of light and character.

All the workshops were completely free and offered a welcoming space for people to unwind, try something new, and enjoy the wellbeing boost that comes from making art together.

If you are interested in any of our workshops, you can book a space on Ticket Source.

Spaces are limited and book up quickly, 

If you are unsuccessful, please join the waiting list for the workshop you’re interested in and we will contact you as places come available.

All places can be booked as either a self-referral or clinician/social prescriber/link worker referral. 

Upon booking, please make sure you complete our Participant Registration Form to confirm your space. The form collects a variety of information, including your contact details, emergency contact, basic health and medical information, equality, diversity and inclusion data, and photograph consent information.

If you are unable to book digitally, feel free to give us a call on 0191 241 4931 to book.

Got any questions? Please contact admin@helixarts.com or give us a call.