Groups - Examples
Art
Participants in this tutor-led group can explore all aspects of art using water colours, acrylics and other materials.
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No previous knowledge or skills in painting or drawing is required as assistance will be given in an informal and relaxing setting.
Photography
This group is supported by a Resource Centre worker. Individuals will learn the skill of digital photographs, processing techniques, composition using computer software, framing presentations and how to display work for exhibitions.
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Group members visit different locations and develop an appreciation of everyday surroundings.
Creative Writing
Members are supported by a Centre worker and volunteer in the writing of poems, limericks and short stories.
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They took part in a Digital Commonwealth Project run by the University of the West of Scotland - their eBook can be viewed and downloaded by clicking here.
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Woodwork
This group supports individuals in learning basic woodwork techniques such as sanding, sawing and how to use other equipment.
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Group members are encouraged to use their new skills in making tables, garden chairs and small drawers.
No woodwork experience is necessary as assistance is offered.
MovieMakers/Web Design
This is an outreach tutor-led group located in the Engage Renfrewshire building supported by a resource centre worker. Members are taught how to use a range of video hardware and software, film and edit material and convert it to an appropriate format, e.g. DVD and mp4 (see website link below).
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They design, upload and maintain a variety of websites, e.g.:
Gardening
The gardening group is supported by Centre staff and a group of hard-working volunteers.
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The group aim to enable people with an interest in gardening to take part in a range of activities from growing vegetables and plants from seed to harvesting the produce.
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Group members also tend the vegetable crops, decorative borders and the sensory garden within the DRC.