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Transvoyeur Workshop Programme

The Aim
The Transvoyeur workshops are to enable people to enjoy learning new arts and crafts skills and provide opportunities for people from all walks of life to develop their mental and social skills. The programmes specialise in creating unique tailor-made workshops using original templates and personalised approach to teaching to produce a fun, learning environment.

For students who have difficulties to interact with others, or who have previously been denied an outlet to express themselves, we create a setting where these individuals can be comfortable in participating in group activities.

The Method
People of all ages and artistic capabilities can enjoy the Transvoyeur Art Workshops. The students are taught the skills needed to complete the proposed artwork. Although guidance, advice and support are constantly offered by the Workshop Leader, as the session progresses the students are encouraged to develop their skills by attempting more explorative creative processes and different techniques.

All students will be encouraged to interact with their peers, thus creating a social forum within the educational structure of the class. Students who have been subjected to social exclusion from past activities will now have the opportunity to build their self confidence in this environment. Social and cultural diversity among the students is appreciated and shared within the structure of the workshops and is encouraged to be used as inspiration for the students artwork.

The Benefits
Students will have the chance to realise their creative potential, and on completion of the artwork the student is shown that they have become competent in the chosen art practice. This provides the student with motivation and confidence to approach future projects, whether arts-related or not. Whether displayed on site or at the student’s home, the completed artwork will stand as a visual representation of what can be achieved through dedication and commitment.

Transvoyeur can design a new workshop to suit your requirements, or you can choose from our wide range of themes: Educational Images/ Cultural Identity - National flags, Chinese symbols, Traditional African patterns, ‘Welcome’ sign in student’s native language, Celtic patterns, Hieroglyphics, Indian patterns, Inventions and Inventors, Map of continents Seasonal - Christmas, Ramadan, Diwali, Hanukah Religious - symbols and icons, depictions of stories Decorative - flowers, animals, patterns Personalised - name plaque, football emblem, pop- group logo, and many more....

Artist Rates
Maximum students per class = 30 participants.
Rate per hour £30.00
Average workshop time = 3 hours

Materials Costs
Materials to be purchased by the organisation (client). Although this can be organised by Transvoyeur. An average budget for one sessions of 3 hours for 30 participants is estimated at £40.00. If something more specific is required this can be catered for. Materials are purchased at wholesale prices to ensure the lowest possible costs for the client but, if desired, the client can provide the materials needed. The workshops are structured in accordance with the Department of Education Key Skills.

Series of Workshops
A series of workshops can be arranged and structured to correspond to the Departments of Educations Key Skills. This is combined with research and development on current target education aims objectives and can reinforce educational and self development of the participants in accordance to age.

Special Needs
Workshops are researched to the requirements of the target groups and participants needs. Prior consultation, as with all developments of workshops is administered to ensure all students are able to play an active role in the creative development of the workshops.

All artists are covered by public liability insurance and CRB checked.

To discuss the Transvoyeur Art workshops further, or to receive a free quotation and be informed of special offers, please feel free to contact us by telephone 07944733576 or e-mail transvoyeuruk@hotmail.co.uk.

Community Projects and Research
Transvoyeur Community Projects enables those living in areas of economic deprivation to participate in our Art Workshops. We secure private funding on behalf of the organisations that wish to offer our workshops to their community, but are unable to raise enough funds for such projects.

Realisations Workshops and Liverpool Culture Company 2003
For 2003, the Liverpool Culture Company engaged the artists from Transvoyeur under the project of ‘Realisations’ to deliver a series of workshops to an inner-city community centre. The workshop was structured around identity and urban space to promote and encourage self awareness and worth in the community of the city.

Artists and Wirral Outreach Programmes 2004
In 2004, some of the artists from the collective of Transvoyeur extended their teaching and creative skills to outreach programmes in the Wirral district significantly to deprived and isolated area of the community. These were delivered on a range of themes and art practices to develop confidence in the participants and nurture a sense of pride in themselves and their community. Moreover, to develop social and interactive skills in regions outward bound in the demographics of urban landscapes.

Transvoyeur, Liverpool Biennial 2004, Exhibition and Workshops
During the Transvoyeur exhibition of 2004, members from the local community and general public were extended the opportunity to share in workshop and performance platforms along side professional artists. This broke down the barriers so often perceived between contemporary arts and moreover to provide recognition to the importance of the residents of a place.

Transvoyeur Artists and Research of Community Groups in 2005
In 2005, the artists from the collective researched the transitions of the urban landscape of the city and the socio-economic impacts. This was referenced in their research and embodied in some of the art produced by the artists. This as the theme is an ongoing project for several of the Transvoyeur artists.

Transvoyeur, Liverpool Biennial 2005, Exhibition and Workshops
Research of several community based groups are proposed to coincide with the Transvoyeur Exhibition during the Liverpool Biennial 2006. This will be a shared experience for artists, the audience and communities. The exhibitions will be used in part as an education bed for research and erudition with certain target groups, while the workshops will be administered externally with the community groups. The workshops will be tailored in accordance to the needs and objectives of the target groups and community centres.

Target Groups for Research and Workshops 2006

Community Centres and Places of Worship
Liverpool is a multi-racial and multi-cultural city supporting a diverse range of religions and communities. The city boasts various cultural centres and worship facilities that cater for most social and spiritual needs, including some notable landmarks such as the Anglican and Roman Catholic Cathedrals, Hindu and Sikh temples, Synagogues, the Greek Orthodox Church and a Mosque.

Bahai Centre
3-5 Langdale Road
Wavertree
Liverpool
L15 3LA
Tel: 0151 733 8614/4700
Email: njtrg@globalnet.co.uk
Web: http://bahai.org.uk/liverpool/
Research Information: The Bahai centre was founded in the 1960s. The members of the centre are a truly international community and are linked nationally and internationally with other Bahai centres. There is a children’s group, a youth group, dance and music, courses, study circles and devotionals. The centre has accommodation for its students, crèche facilities and a library. They welcome individuals who wish to learn about the Bahai faith, and are active within the community and other faiths.

Caribbean Community Centre
Upper Parliament Street
Liverpool
L8 7LF
Tel: 0151 263 7965
Research Information: The Centre has a range of activities for children. There is a youth club held for 8-16 year olds. During the summer the centre runs a scheme for children. There are Judo classes are held during the week. The centre also organises social events during the year.

Nigerian Community Association
NCA - Nigerian Community Association
64 Upper Parliament Street
Liverpool
L8 7LF
Tel: 0151 709 6162
Fax: 0151 707 8292
Research Information: The NCA was formed in the late 1960s, and provides information and support through a drop-in service, including information on immigration matters and visas, functions, members meetings, and community activities.

Buddhist Centre
Duldzin Buddhist Centre
25 Aigburth Drive
Liverpool
L17 4JH
Tel: 0151 726 8900
Email: duldzin@btinternet.com
Website: http://www.meditationinliverpool.org.uk/
Research Information: The Duldzin Buddhist Centre is located in a large Victorian house opposite Sefton Park. The centre holds classes in meditation, and has provision for those who wish to take their studies further.
The Duldzen Centre helps people to find a different approach to finding happiness in their lives, through generating positive minds through listening to teachings and meditating on them. The main aim of the centre is to provide the conditions for people to cultivate this inner peace within their own minds.

Hindu Cultural Centre
253 Edge Lane
Liverpool
L8 7LF
Tel: 0151 263 7965
Research Information: The Hindu Cultural Organisation was formed in the 1958, and in 1978 moved to their present location. They provide free community meals after congregation on Tuesday and Sunday evenings, advice on visas, employment, housing/accommodation, many other activities and festivals.

Liverpool Cathedral
St James' Mount
Liverpool
L1 7AZ
For adult learning opportunities contact:
Email: Jeremy.Duff@liverpoolcathedral.org.uk
Tel: 0151 702 7243
Educational information at the Cathedral please contact Sarah O'Donoghue or Pam Tinsley, Cathedral Education Officers using the details below:
Tel: 0151 702 7210
Fax: 0151 702 7292
Email: Education@liverpoolcathedral.org.uk
Research information: The Liverpool Cathedral has adult learning opportunities and are by the Director of Lifelong Learning for Liverpool Diocese, Canon Dr Jeremy Duff. There are children and education al tours, , these will be for Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3 or 4 in the National Curriculum. Events for religious education of which programmes can be planned for Church schools, county schools and other faith groups. There are tours relative to the history and architecture of the building of the cathedral considering the materials, crafts, technologies, visual arts and sculpture. As well as the musical events staged for services and other festivities. The cathedral has a large archive on the history of the cathedral relative to the city, the people and it purpose.

LCGC - Liverpool Chinese Gospel Church
11 Great George Square Liverpool, L1 5DY
Tel: 0151 709 5050
(Office Number)
0151 709 5058
(Centre Number)
Research Information: LCGC was registered as a church in 1978. Members of any sect, religion or ethnic origin are welcome to attend, on the understanding that LCGC is a Christian Church. Activities include an elderly persons luncheon club, English and Chinese classes, student fellowship, youth group, and workshops.

Liverpool Muslim Society
The AL-Rahma Mosque
29-31 Hatherley Street
Liverpool
L8 2TJ
Tel: 0151 709 2560
Research Information: Liverpool has the oldest Muslim community in the UK. The Liverpool Muslim Society was founded in 1953, and the mosque has been at its present site since the 1960s, after extensions to the mosque were made. On Fridays the mosque accommodates between 2,000 and 2,500 people. There are daily prayers and free meals, a day centre for the elderly, children’s sporting clubs, and weekend Arabic lessons. The mosque also owns and manages two large houses in the L8 area of Liverpool, which contain a number of self-contained flats.

Liverpool Yemeni Arabic Society
LYAC - Liverpool Yemeni/Arabic Club
167a Lodge Lane
Liverpool
L8 0QQ
Tel: 0151 733 0550
Email: lyac_1@hotmail.com
Research Information: The charity was established in 1997. Staff work alongside Yemeni and Arabic speaking individuals and communities and those interested in Arabic language and culture in the Merseyside area. They have a drop-in information and support service, offering a range of welfare advice, work with youth groups, and promote Yemeni and Arabic arts, language and culture.

Merseyside Bangladesh Association
Bangladesh House
101-107 High Park Street
Liverpool
L8 3UF
Tel: 0151 726 0294
Email: Mnazmuysaqib@hotmail.com
Research Information: The Merseyside Bangladesh Association is a registered charity, which supports the Bangladeshi community in Merseyside. The charity is based at Bangladesh House, where it runs cultural and religious teaching to children, many social events and religious activity. The staff at Bangladesh House can also provide information and support for students on welfare matters, including finding accommodation and part-time employment. There is also a newsletter, which is sent to its members.

Metropolitan Cathedral
Cathedral House
Mount Pleasant
Liverpool
L3 5TQ
Tel.: 0151 709 9222
Fax: 0151 708 7274
E-mail: enquiries@metcathedral.org.uk
Research information: The education service welcomes enquiries at any time from Schools, Colleges, Universities, etc.. Opportunities are available for educational tours of the buildings. There are archives listing the history of the cathedral for research. The religious and spiritual function of the cathedral is provided through service and visitors experience a community at prayer. They may participate in a service, perhaps to celebrate a recent First Holy Communion or Confirmation.

Pagoda Chinese Community Centre
Henry Street
Liverpool
L! 5BU
Tel: 0151 233 8833
Fax: 0151 233 8839
Email: chinese.pagoda@liverpool.gov.uk
Research Information: The Pagoda Chinese Community Centre was founded in 1982. Working with the Chinese community across Merseyside, they provide a bilingual pre-school nursery for one to three year olds, day and evening English classes, a welfare advisory drop-in service with translation and interpreting services, guidance on learning, training and employment, a bilingual health advisory service, and art and culture project and leisure and sports clubs.

Sikh Community Centre
Wellington Avenue
Liverpool
L15 0EJ
Tel: 0151 327 6710
Secretary: Mr Hardey Singh Sohal
Email: hssohal159@aol.com
Research Information: The community centre moved to its current premises in 1983, and welcomes all students from India. It can offer information and support for students on welfare matters, including finding accommodation and part-time employment. Prayers are held every day and free meals are also provided daily at the centre.