Polymer Clay (Fimo) Workshops

Hi there,

My name is Gill and I am a Polymer Clay artist, If you're not sure what this is, let me explain... The clay I use is called Fimo and it is a brightly coloured modelling material, and once it is shaped, it is then put into an ordinary home over to permanently harden it. The clay comes in a wide range of colours including metallic, glitter and glow-in-the-dark.

Who do I work with:
I can work with children from the age of 3 to 13 and am able to cater for all abilities as well as those with additional needs.

My experience:
I have been providing workshops in schools for 30 years, ranging from a half day taster session with one class, to a full school workshop over 7 days. These workshops are always tailored to meet your exact needs, whether you want something that links to your Mini Beasts Topic, Spanish Week, or The Romans, anything is considered!! I have worked at over 130 educational establishments and some for several times. Here's a list of all the schools I have worked at... https://www.gillsclaycreations.com/list-of-schools
I can also provide you with after-school and holiday clubs.

Policies, Procedures and Qualifications:
Education and Training Award Level 3
DBS police clearance certificate
First Aid Trained
Safeguarding
My policies: safeguarding, fire alarm procedure, accident reporting, risk assessments, data protection

Testimonials:
Thanks Gill! The work you produced with very small children was just fantastic! You built up special relationships with all the children you worked with, and each child was fascinated and enthralled with the end results. FANTASTIC! SUPER! INSPIRING! Thank you for all your hard work too - nothing was too much trouble, and your enthusiasm was infectious”
Angela Murray (Reception Teacher)

As Young Arts rep for our NADFAS group, I funded a project at a local Primary school to create a lasting momento of the 60th birthday of the school. From first contact Gill Cosford was enthusiastic and inspiring and was able to give realistic estimates of costs. The school was very involved at the design stage and Gill meticulously planned the artwork. When she arrived at school for the execution of the project it immediately became apparent that she was used to working with children of all abilities and her easy and calm manner soon had them all totally engrossed and working confidently. She is extremely well organised and very talented and it was exciting to see the work taking shape. It was taken back to Sheffield where it was baked and framed and then returned to school in time for the Birthday celebrations. Everyone was delighted to have such a unique and individual souvenir of the occasion mounted on the wall. The children love looking at it and pointing out their contributions. Everyone found Gill a delight to work with and the results are wonderful and finished on budget!. I highly recommend her.

Liz Widgery

List of Workshops:
3D Penguins - Display on Cold/Hot (Y2/3)
Under The Sea - looking at the creatures/plants (All school)
Shape Mobile/Wall Hanging - Looking at shapes, textures/pattern making (nursery/Rec/Y)
Memory Tiles - Favourite memories of School – leaving project (Y6)
Mini Enterprise - Setting up your own business, advertising, marketing (Y5/Y6)
Where I Feel at Home - Tiles looking at self-esteem, comfort, feelings (Y3 to Y6)
Nature Vessels - Looking at nature, flowers and mini beasts (Rec/Y1 to Y3)
Lowry - Looking at the style of this artist, making figures/school/buildings (Y2 to Y6)
Buildings - Making their local buildings out of clay (Y2 to Y5)
3D Galapogos Island - Looking at the habitat/animals/environment (Y2/Y3)
Healthy Eating Picture - (All school)
Healthy Activity Picture - looking at fitness, sports and other activities (All school)
Nature Picture - each class makes animals/flora and fauna/ etc (All school)
Mexican Bowls - Mexican inspired vessels (Y3)
African Bowls - African inspired vessels (Y3)
Gaudi Mosaic - Vessels or pictures inspired by this Spanish artist (Y1 to Y4)
Space - Make 3D planets, rockets, 2D aliens and glow-in-the-dark stars! (Y4)
Carnival - Make fun fair, clowns etc (Y3 to Y6)
Mini Beasts - Making 3D imaginary beasts using recycled bottles (Y2)
Mini Beasts Picture - making a nature picture with mini beasts and bugs (Y2)
Bible Stories - Large pictures depicting favourite stories from the bible (Y3 to Y6)
Enchanted Forest - Mythical, fairies, imaginary animals (Y3 to Y6)
Welcome Sign - Welcome to School or to Key Stage Area (Rec to Y2)
Potion Bottles - designing and creating vessels and pots (Y3)
Toys - Past and present (Y1)
Fairy Story Wolves - Red Riding Hood/Three Pigs (2d pictures) (Y2)
Architecture 3D Buildings - Guery and Hadid (Y2)
Out Door Nature Plaques (All school)
The Romans (Y4)
Staffordshire Pottery Tiles Inspired Welcome To… (Y2 to Y6)
The Demon Dentist - Artwork inspired by the David Walliams book (Y4)
Mythical Beasts Pictures (Y3)
Elizabethan Jewellery (Y5)
School Building and Grounds Picture with children (Y2 to Y6)
Bees, Honeycomb and Flowers Project (All school)
Christmas Ornaments for School Fair (all school)
Around The World in 80 Days (Y3)
African Animals (Y2/Y3)
3D Farm Scene (Y3)
The Seasons Pictures (All school)
Imaginary Monsters (Y3)
Parables (Y3)
In the Jungle (all school)
Self Portraits (Y2/Y3)
Clowns (Y3)