Creative Wellbeing Art Sessions – Connah’s Quay
What if one evening a month became a place to slow down?
A place to breathe, make, explore — and gently reconnect with yourself and others.
These Creative Wellbeing Art Sessions are relaxed, welcoming community evenings where creativity is used as a practice for health and wellbeing, not for performance or perfection.
Wednesday 29th April | 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Join us for a relaxed, two-hour creative session designed to support wellbeing, confidence and creative exploration.
Each monthly session offers a different experience, introducing new materials, techniques and themes. The focus is not on producing perfect artwork, but on enjoying the process of making, experimenting and discovering your own creative voice.
This session will include:
Watercolour and acrylic painting at easels
A guided exploration of an estuary and bridge scene
Opportunity to experiment with clay and the potter’s wheel
Gentle creative guidance throughout
You’ll be supported to work at your own pace in a calm, welcoming environment where there is no pressure or expectation.
Each monthly session offers a choice of creative activities, so you can follow what feels right for you on the day. There is no pressure to produce anything “good” — the value is in the process, the presence, and the permission to explore.
You might:
paint at an easel (indoors or outside by the river)
work with clay or mod-roc sculpture
experiment with acrylics, watercolour or mixed media
take part in gentle, shared community creations
or simply sit, observe and begin when you’re ready
There is space to move, space to rest, and space to just be.
Why Art for Wellbeing?
Creative activity engages the hands, body and mind together. It slows the nervous system, builds focus, and offers expression when words are hard to find.
Creative practice has been shown to support people experiencing:
stress, overwhelm or burnout
anxiety or low mood
loneliness or isolation
low confidence or feeling “stuck”
difficulty switching off or relaxing
Over time, regular creative practice can help build confidence, emotional regulation, resilience and a sense of belonging — in a way that feels human, accessible and non-clinical.
Who These Sessions Are For
These sessions are open to everyone in the community, especially if you:
feel overwhelmed by modern life
are experiencing stress, anxiety or low mood
feel disconnected or isolated
are caring for others and need space for yourself
want a gentle, supportive way to look after your wellbeing
feel curious about creativity but don’t think you’re “arty”
Ages 12–101 are welcome.
Young people under 16 must attend with a parent, guardian or responsible adult.
No experience needed.
No confidence required.
Curiosity is enough.
The Space
Sessions take place at the Connah’s Quay Sea Cadets Hall (Kathleen & May Heritage Centre) — a beautifully refurbished community building with river views, a covered outdoor area, and room to sit, stand, move or rest.
We have access to:
indoor and outdoor creative spaces
easels for seated or standing work
a kitchen area for comfort breaks
a calm, contained environment where the whole building is ours for the evening
It’s an ideal space to slow down, breathe, and create together.
About the Facilitator
Jayne Hopwood is an artist, designer and creative wellbeing facilitator, and the founder of Arts for Health & Wellbeing CIC.
Creativity has been central to Jayne’s own journey through anxiety, depression and not feeling like she quite belonged in a demanding world. Art offered her space to regulate, reflect and reconnect — not by fixing anything, but by allowing her to be human.
For over ten years, Jayne has delivered creative programmes across community, charity and public-sector settings, supporting people of all ages to use creativity as a tool for wellbeing, confidence and connection.
Jayne is Group C Safeguarding trained (UK, CPD) and works with a strong emphasis on emotional safety, inclusion and choice.
A Practice, Not a One-Off
These sessions run monthly, offering the chance to build a gentle creative practice over time — alongside like-minded people, in a supportive community setting.
Come once.
Or come regularly.
Both are welcome.
All materials provided
Relaxed, friendly and non-judgemental
Art for health. Art for connection. Art for being human.
Level: Beginner
📍 Kathleen and May Heritage Centre
(Connah’s Quay Sea Cadet Hall, Dee Road)
Who can attend
Open to all ages and abilities
Children are welcome but must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times
No art experience needed
What to bring
Comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting messy
Layers and a water bottle
Curiosity — everything else is provided
What to expect
A relaxed, friendly, non-judgemental space
Multiple creative activities to choose from
No pressure to finish or “get it right”
You can work at your own pace, take breaks, or simply observe
Accessibility & wellbeing
Flexible seating and working options
Trauma-aware, supportive environment
Please get in touch in advance if you have any access needs
Arrival
Please arrive 5–10 minutes early if possible
Sessions start gently and on time
If you’re feeling nervous, that’s okay — just come as you are.
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Creative Wellbeing Art Sessions Deeside - A monthly art practice for health, relaxation & community
This ticket is for one person to attend the community art class
15 available
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£22.00 |
The Kathleen and May Heritage Centre
Dock Rd
Connah's Quay
Connahs Quay
CH5 4DS
The Building is called The Kathleen and May Heritage Centre and The Sea Cadets Hall - and is located on the dock side, under the pin.
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