The Turnpike Creative Community is an open and inclusive group for young people aged 16-25 who would like to get involved in The Turnpike Gallery, take part in fun & free activities and learn about creative careers!
- Get involved in events and exhibitions
- Meet other like-minded people and take part in free creative activities
- Learn about different careers in the arts
- Visit artist's studios, exhibitions and more!
Sessions run every other Thursday evening from 6-8pm at The Turnpike Gallery.
Here's some examples of what we have been up to recently. Visit the group's Instagram page for the most recent updates (external link).
- Photography walk along Leigh canal using macro and fish eye camera lenses
- Halloween jelli-plate printing
- Trip to Islington Mill artist studios
- Brainstorming ideas for a funding bid
- Sketching session at Sea Life aquarium
If you're interested in coming along, reach out to our lead facilitator Jamie-Lee Wainman for a chat to ask any questions you may have: wainmandesigncontact@gmail.com.
You can also check the dates for upcoming sessions and let us know you're coming - visit our Eventbrite page (external link).
We asked Jamie to introduce herself here:
"Hello! My name is Jamie and I am a creative practitioner based at Islington Mill in Salford. My work is focused on using play and creativity as a tool for learning, and making learning accessible to people with different learning styles. I am both neurodivergent and disabled, and I love sharing my passion for 3D printing, sustainability, and the arts as a tool for well-being with others. I’m excited to be leading the Youth Collective at the Turnpike Gallery, I can’t wait to learn new skills from the attendees and help foster a community in Leigh for like-minded creatives."
Visit Jamie's website (external link) to learn more about her practice.