{"id":5950,"date":"2026-01-15T19:04:52","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T19:04:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/stjosephsprimary\/?p=5950"},"modified":"2026-01-15T19:11:40","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T19:11:40","slug":"flock-clay-workshop-with-p5-7-%f0%9f%90%a6%f0%9f%8e%a8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/stjosephsprimary\/?p=5950","title":{"rendered":"FLOCK Clay Workshop with P5\u20137 \ud83d\udc26\ud83c\udfa8"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Today our Primary 5\u20137 pupils took part in a fantastic clay workshop as part of the Dumfries and Galloway wide FLOCK project, led by visiting artist Frances Ross.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The session began with pupils being given time to explore and play with the clay, learning how it feels, how it moves, and how to shape it. Everyone created a small practice piece first, with many choosing to turn their clay into little pots, creatures or \u201cmonster\u201d style characters. These practice pieces were unfired, meaning they will slowly return to the earth over time – a lovely way to link art to nature and remind us where our materials come from \ud83c\udf0d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After warming up, pupils moved on to the main project – designing and creating their own individual clay bird. Frances talked them through how to build the bird shape, add wings, tails, beaks and texture, and think carefully about form and detail. Pupils were encouraged to make each bird unique, and the results were amazing – no two were the same!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once completed, the birds will be taken away to be fired and glazed by professional ceramicists and will become part of a huge regional exhibition opening in May 2026, alongside birds created by pupils from over 50 schools across Dumfries and Galloway. What a brilliant thing to be part of!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Throughout the session, pupils were focused, creative and incredibly enthusiastic. They listened carefully to instructions, supported one another and took real pride in their work. It was lovely to see so much confidence, creativity and perseverance on display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A huge thank you to Frances Ross and the Upland FLOCK Project for such an inspiring and memorable experience – we cannot wait to see the full exhibition later in the year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udccc UNCRC Links<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Article 12<\/strong> \u2013 Right to express views and have them taken seriously (pupils made creative choices and shared ideas)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Article 13<\/strong> \u2013 Freedom of expression (art used as a way to communicate ideas and creativity)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Article 29<\/strong> \u2013 Education should develop talents and abilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Article 31<\/strong> \u2013 Right to take part in cultural and creative activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014 \ud83c\udf0d Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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SDG 4: Quality Education<\/strong> \u2013 Developing creativity, skills and confidence through high-quality arts experiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n
SDG 11: Sustainable Communities<\/strong> \u2013 Regional community art project bringing schools together<\/li>\n\n\n\n
SDG 13: Climate Action<\/strong> \u2013 Links to environmental awareness through themes of biodiversity and materials from the earth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
SDG 15: Life on Land<\/strong> \u2013 Focus on birds, habitats and nature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Creativity<\/strong> \u2013 Designing and shaping original clay birds<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Communication<\/strong> \u2013 Listening to instructions and sharing ideas<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Focusing<\/strong> \u2013 Sustaining attention during a long creative task<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Collaborating<\/strong> \u2013 Supporting peers and working in a shared space<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Adapting<\/strong> \u2013 Improving and refining designs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Feeling<\/strong> \u2013 Expressing emotions and ideas through art<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014 \u271d\ufe0f Strands of Faith<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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In the Image of God<\/strong> \u2013 Celebrating individual creativity and uniqueness<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Signs of God<\/strong> \u2013 Appreciating Creation and the natural world through birds and materials from the earth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Reign of God<\/strong> \u2013 Working together respectfully as a community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014 \ud83c\udf1f Four Capacities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Successful Learners<\/strong>\n
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Developing new practical skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Applying guidance to improve outcomes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Confident Individuals<\/strong>\n
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Taking pride in personal creations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Expressing individuality through art<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Responsible Citizens<\/strong>\n
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Learning about biodiversity and sustainability<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Understanding environmental impact and materials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Effective Contributors<\/strong>\n
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Working cooperatively<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Contributing to a shared regional project<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Today our Primary 5\u20137 pupils took part in a fantastic clay workshop as part of the Dumfries and Galloway wide FLOCK project, led by visiting artist Frances Ross. The session began with pupils being given time to explore and play with the clay, learning how it feels, how it moves, and how to shape it. Everyone created a small practice piece first, with many choosing to turn their clay into<\/p>\n
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