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Welcome

This space encourages creative practice that feels thoughtful, accessible and grounded in real life, and celebrates art as something deeply human

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Ways to take part

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A YouTube Channel exploring why art exists, why it matters, and how it fits into everyday human life, blending personal reflection with lived experience as both an artist and a scientist.

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A self-guided outdoor art adventure for families, designed to slow down, notice the world more closely, and respond creatively together.

Cardboard tube characters made from recycled toilet roll tubes, decorated with googly eyes and simple drawings as a fun children's craft activity.

A blog about putting creativity into practice, from family life and everyday problem-solving to running a creative business and exploring different art pursuits. Ideas, inspiration and practical tips to bring more creativity into everyday life.

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Join a small, relaxed art group exploring creativity through simple activities, shared ideas and everyday making.

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The Making Practice is run by Gillian Hancey, an artist, scientist, writer, and creative practitioner based in the UK.

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© 2021 by Gillian Hancey Art. All images and content on this site belong to Gillian Hancey unless otherwise stated. Artwork may not be copied or reproduced by any means without express permission.

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