Free art workshop with Kedisha Coakley at The Hepworth Wakefield

These in-person workshops are open to anyone who has used mental health services, as well as their friends, families or carers. Led by acclaimed artists, the sessions are relaxed, creative, and open to all — no experience needed. They are part of a Hospital Rooms project to create permanent artworks for wards at Fieldhead and Kendray Hospitals, and the ideas, conversations and creativity shared in these workshops will help inspire the final artworks.

Find out more about the project: www.hospital-rooms.com / @_hospitalrooms

The workshop is free and all workshop materials will be provided. Please email Tim (tim.steer@hospital-rooms.com) for further information.

In-person at The Hepworth Wakefield in the learning studios

Monday 18th August, 2:30-4:30pm

Join celebrated Sheffield-based artist Kedisha Coakley for a hands-on creative session exploring sculpture, texture and legacy.

Drawing on childhood memories, ritualistic practices and overlooked cultural narratives, Kedisha reimagines everyday objects—transforming fruit, hair motifs, and botanical forms into sculptural specimens that reclaim identity and history.

In this workshop, participants will be invited to:

• Experiment with form, materiality and texture inspired by Kedisha’s techniques
• Engage in shared storytelling and reflection around personal objects or symbols

This session sits within Hospital Rooms’ co‑production approach in partnership with SWYFT NHS Trust, centring collaboration between artists, service users and communities.

1) Book your place

Book a ticket for the workshop by clicking 'Register'. Spaces are allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis and waiting lists will open up in case spaces become available nearer the time.

2) No arts experience is necessary.

All materials and refreshments will be provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements or access/transportation needs by emailing Tim tim.steer@hospital-rooms.com

Questions and accessibility requirements:

Please email Hospital Rooms' Tim who will be happy to help: tim.steer@hospital-rooms.com