Project Ideas - Working with Zantium
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Art in schools
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Community projects
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Regeneration schemes
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Adult education
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Special needs groups
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Artist in residence
Mosaics
Even the placement of a single tile makes a valuable contribution to the finished piece.
- Wall panels
- Paving, stepping stones, floor mazes
- Garden features, planters, sundials
- Seating and sculptural pieces
- Welcome plaques
- Celebrating special occasions (centenary, retirement etc)
- Tributes and memorials
- Curriculum related (e.g. Romans)
Painted Murals
A brush for everyone! See a painting come to life under our expert guidance.
- Entrance halls, corridors, playgrounds
- Walls, fences, storage containers
- Signage and decorative display
- Underpasses
- Abstract / figurative
- Local history / landmarks
- Direct interpretation of child’s designs
- Curriculum related (e.g. famous artists)
The Creative Process
We work in a number of different styles and techniques depending on the client’s wishes, the desired end product, groups involved, budget etc.
Design
Designs can be based on your chosen theme. We can work from your ideas to produce the artwork. This could be the direct interpretation of a single design or a composition drawn from a number of contributors. Alternatively we can create a design for you here in the Zantium Studio.
Planning your project
Projects are planned carefully in advance and clear quotes provided. (These include preparation, practical workshops, quality materials, finishing, framing and delivery.)
We are happy to submit estimates and images at the early stages of a project to support funding applications.
Please contact us to discuss your ideas or request a quote.
- What kind of artwork you would like – tile mosaic or painted mural?
- Where will it be displayed – indoors/outdoors, wall/ floor/sculptural?
- What size and shape?
- How many participants to involve, what ages/abilities?
- Any theme or design ideas?
- Your budget
Mosaics
Mosaics can be created during hands-on sessions. Workshops can be timetabled or run on an informal drop-in basis.
We supply a huge range of beautiful mosaic tiles and provide user-friendly, water-based adhesives. Base boards and faming are always fit for purpose.
Painted Murals
Murals can be painted directly onto a suitable wall or onto base boards. Boards offer the advantage of working indoors onto a smooth surface, whatever the weather. On completion they can be fixed in position.
We use high performance, water-based paints and teach a number of techniques. These include the use of brushes, rollers, templates, stencils and sponging.
Documents available
- Public liability insurance certificate (to £5 million)
- Enhanced DBS certificate
- References and testimonials
- Images of previous projects
- 7307 City and Guilds Teaching Certificate
- Company CV
Testimonials
Participants were always thrilled with the art work produced under the guidance of Alison and Peter, who ensured the process was a positive experience for them. Without exception their projects were always well-planned, risk-assessed and carried out with great attention to detail.
Zantium made the project a delight to work on. They were fabulous at working with all age groups and brought the ideas of the children and older people to life in the mural. The finished product looks stunning thanks to the creativity, hard work and craftsmanship of Peter. Thank you Zantium for making it such a joy for everyone.
Just a quick note to say thank you so much the mosaic insects are fantastic. They are up on the corridor and look great! So many people have said they love them… so a huge thankyou for all your hard work!
A huge thankyou from all at Woodhouse Primary School for your incredible hard work, wonderful manner with the children and your expertise and guidance.
Zantium work very creatively with diverse community groups and have a good understanding of supporting people’s learning and individual skills to create the final pieces of work.
MEET ALISON AND PETER MASSEY
Alison Massey
BA (hons) Textile Design
Alison studied at Leeds University and went on to work as a designer in the textile industry and lecturer in surface pattern. She now designs and makes mosaic for Zantium and manages the craft courses programme at Zantium Studios.
Peter Massey
MA (RCA) Illustration
Graduating from London’s Royal College of Art in 1994, Peter worked originally as an illustrator specialising in children’s books and wildlife subjects. Clients included Ladybird Books Dorling Kindersley and the Natural History Museum in London. He now works as a mosaic and mural artist for Zantium and teaches the mosaic courses at Zantium Studios.
WHY ZANTIUM?
Our aim is to combine unique design ideas with high quality craftsmanship.
- Experience: Over 16 years working in partnership with schools and communities
- Professional artists: Degrees in Illustration and Design
- Fully insured and enhanced DBS checked
- Design: Bespoke artworks created to your individual specification
- Group participation: Tailor made projects to suit the ages/abilities of participants
- Materials: Excellent range of quality, high performance materials
- Hours: Flexible to suit your needs. Days, evenings, weekends
Unique Design Ideas
As professional artists we strive to create beautiful, original products.
High Quality Craftsmanship
Peter’s work as an illustrator and Alison’s background in textiles underlie a skilful approach to drawing, design, colour and pattern.
Specialist Materials
We are often inspired by the amazing range of mosaic materials available.
Godfrey Hole House, Godfrey Hole, Hopton, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4DF
Phone: 01629 824377
Email:studios@zantium.co.uk
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