Celebrate creativity and self-expression during Youth Week at this vibrant Tie Dye Workshop.

Designed for young people aged 13 and above, this hands-on session invites participants to explore the colourful art of tie-dyeing, transforming everyday fabric into bold, personalised designs. Using a range of dyeing techniques such as twisting, folding, and binding, participants will learn how to create unique patterns and colour combinations, resulting in wearable pieces that reflect their individuality.

Tie-dye workshops are widely recognised as creative, social, and expressive experiences, where participants can experiment freely with colour and design while developing practical skills. These sessions typically encourage young people to design and customise items like tote bags or clothing, using accessible techniques and materials provided on the day.

Beyond the creative process, the workshop fosters:

• Self-expression and identity development, allowing teens to showcase personal style
• Mindfulness and focus, through immersive, hands-on making
• Social connection, working alongside peers in a relaxed environment
• Confidence and independence, as participants make their own design decisions

As part of Youth Week, the event also highlights the importance of youth voice, creativity, and community participation, giving young people a space to engage, connect, and express themselves meaningfully.

By the end of the session, participants will leave with a custom tie-dyed creation and a deeper appreciation for creative processes, individuality, and artistic experimentation.

Drawing/Painting

🔹 Stage 4 (Years 7–8) EN4-CRE-01 – Creates imaginative and informative texts reflecting personal ideas and creative processes. EN4-INT-01 – Analyses how meaning is communicated through visual and creative expression. CA4-VA-01 – Explores and applies visual arts techniques, including colour, pattern, and design. PHE-PDH-01 – Demonstrates safe, inclusive participation and collaboration in group settings. 🔹 Stage 5 (Years 9–10) EN5-CRE-01 – Produces detailed texts reflecting on creative processes and personal expression. EN5-INT-01 – Analyses how artistic choices influence meaning and audience interpretation. CA5-VA-01 – Applies artistic techniques to create and refine individual artworks. PHE-PDH-02 – Evaluates how creative participation supports wellbeing and identity development. 🔹 Stage 6 (Years 11–12) EN6-CRE-01 – Creates sophisticated texts exploring creativity, identity, and cultural expression. EN6-INT-01 – Critically evaluates how meaning is constructed through artistic and visual forms. CA6-VA-01 – Develops and refines advanced artistic practices to communicate ideas. PHE-PDH-03 – Analyses strategies to maintain wellbeing through creative and social engagement.