Before you book a place
This event is only open for secondary, FE college teachers/tutors, technicians, career advisers and community practitioners who are currently partnered with UAL Outreach. This is not open to UAL students or staff.
If you’re a Greater London partner school / college / community group or new to us with students that fit our eligibility criteria, come join us.
Schools and colleges in priority postcode areas with students receiving above average free school meals will be prioritised.
Want to find out more before applying? Get in touch: f.a.ross@arts.ac.uk
Please use your school or college email address when booking a ticket. If a non-institutional email is used, you will be contacted to check your eligibility to take part.
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Overview:
A 3-hour CPD workshop for secondary school teachers, with a focus on drawing, mark making, yarn and fabric making. Themes of experimentation, sustainability, accessibility and process-driven creativity. Lunch will be provided.
What you will learn:
- Playful, low-cost techniques for drawing and textile making.
- Sustainable use of everyday materials in creative projects.
- Translating marks into patterns and tactile surfaces.
- Process-led approaches to build confidence and curiosity in students.
Who should attend?
Secondary School teachers (KS3 & KS4).
Who is delivering the session?
Romany Taylor, Associate Lecturer, BA Textile Design (UAL: Central Saint Martins)
Romany is an artist, gardener, and educator whose work blends textiles, storytelling, and traditional craft. Rooted in natural dyeing, tailoring, and handwork inspired by her allotment, she explores access, community, and creativity through making. She co-runs Snooze Fabric – a project focused on art, clothing, and workshops – and teaches textiles at Central Saint Martins and Winchester School of Art.
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Image credit:
Space Dyes Crochet Piece | Photograph: Romany Taylor
Solar Dyed Fabric Bunting Family Workshop | Photograph: Romany Taylor
