In the initial stages of the project Dan Civico used his flat pack, self-build chairs and tables – ChairKIT to guide participants through the creative process customising the furniture, using different types of spray painting techniques to decorate the surface.

Glass artist Sarah Blood introduced participants to traditional sign writing techniques, from which participants produced improvised forms.

The work created was exhibited as a collaborative show at Crisis Skylight.

The Creative Progression programme is a collaboration between Helix Arts, Crisis and The Cyrenians and is funded by Newcastle City Council’s Working Neighbourhood Fund.

This project is supported by:

Helix Arts

Crisis

The Cyrenians

Newcastle City Council

Arts Council England

Lloyds TSB Foundation for England and Wales