Artist Training

Over the last five years, Kinetika has created an advanced carnival skills training programme called ‘The Making of Mas’. This programme is unique to Kinetika and we have successfully adapted it to the specific needs of communities and schools all across the British Isles – from East London to the Isle of Wight to Derby. 

On all of our longer-term commissioned projects, we train up a local team of artists who can then be employed to create high quality carnival activities within a region in the future.

Making at the summer school  SilkSreen Printing Making Of Mas 2006  The Making of Ti-Jean and his Brothers 2006
The Making of Ti-Jean and his Brothers 2006  Making of Mas Midlands  The making of Imagination Our Nation - QEH Royal Festival Hall

Examples of skills gained through our artist training programme:

Technical Skills outcomes – trainee practitioners gain competent knowledge of:

  • Use and practical application of textile treatments and techniques
     
  • Basic pattern cutting and sewing
     
  • Production of costume backpacks
     
  • Health and Safety practice
     
  • Preparation of risk assessments
     
  • Understanding event management
     
  • Preparation of school workshop lesson plans
     
  • Application and design of make-up
     

Universal outcomes for all practitioners:

  • A portfolio of work evidencing their training journey - includes notes, pictorial research, fact-sheets, original drawings, textile samples, photographs, coursework diary and other media.
     
  • First-hand experience of the outdoor performance sector and skills required as a leader, designer and maker
     
  • Ability to promote their skills and experience (via portfolio, contacts, references)
     
  • Real life work experience in collaboration with peers and mentors.
     
  • Acquisition of transferable skills covering a variety of arts practice


for details contact Lesley-Ann@kinetika.co.uk