International meeting in Prague

 Finally!

After almost 1,5 year of cooperation we could all meet together in Prague, Czech Republic, to have C1 and C2 learning activities.

Our first day was full of emotions... Who are we? Icebreaking session went really well.

We all are the same

It happens that in the modern world we do not all have  

the same rights.

Why it happens? 

We can all change it. Just start from ourselves.

 

How to start writing?

 Important rules for every writer:

• Think about what you want to write. 
• Each story has a beginning, a middle and the end. 
• Work on one thing until finished. 
• Use interesting verbs. 
• Give a reader at least one character he or she can identify with.
• Every sentence must do one of two things- reveal character or advance the action.
• Give your readers as much information as possible.
• Rewrite and edit until you find the best phrase.
• Think big!

Photo: Pixabay

What is ART FOR CHANGE for us...

 This poster was created by Polish participants during the IT workshops.

Let's start...

 Creative writing is a form of writing where creativity is at the forefront of its purpose through using imagination, creativity, and innovation in order to tell a story through strong written visuals with an emotional impact, like in poetry writing, short story writing, novel writing, and more.

There are only five main kinds of writing: expository, descriptive, persuasive, narrative, and journal or letter writing. Each writing genre has its own unique purpose and requires different skills.

Music for wellbeing

Music is an essential element in a culture created by man. We learn world through the music.

Music brings people together, sometimes helps to forget about pain and suffering, sometimes  expresses positive feelings and emotions. Bob Marler said: „One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain”.

Music supports our wellbeing.

There are many positive aspects to listening to music:

·        reduces stress

·        reduces pain

·        expresses emotions and feelings

·        helps to remember

·        breaks down communication barriers

When we are aware of how music affects us we can start to intentionally use it to improve our wellbeing.

Think to create own playlists for different emotions and feelings.

Proposed playlists:

·        Happy music.

·        Energizing music.

·        Romantic music.

·        Nostalgic music.

·        Holiday music.

·        Relaxing music.

You can find your music to help you to experience different emotions.

„Music is very spiritual, it has the power to bring people together” said Edgar Winter, and we can assure you this is true.

 

 

Art quote

 

How creative writing can help you through life's hardest moments

 Creative writing is really powerfull and therapeutic. Try to write down your feelings...

Writing helps you to express your deepest thoughts, feelings and emotions.

Listen to writer Sakinah Hofler...

How to start creative writing

One of the topic we are focus on is creative writing. Do you want to know how to start it?

Watch the video for the inspiration...

Newsletter 1

 

15th of April - World Art Day

 "This World Art Day is a timely reminder that art can unite and connect us even in the most difficult of circumstances. Indeed, the power of art to bring people together, to inspire, heal and share, has become increasingly clear during recent conflicts and crises, including COVID-19."

— Audrey Azoulay, Director General of UNESCO

Decoupage workshops

 One of the projects' activities were decoupage workshops - learners prepared Easter eggs. It was also great opportunity to talk about tradition of painting eggs present in many European countries.

These beautiful decorations will decorate the festive tables. 

Coordinators online meeting

 COVID-19 forced us to do online meetings. Unfortunately we still can't meet face to face, but we are online regularly!  

Can you belive it's April outside?