Here are 10 ways you can get creative around the Mansfield area

By Phoebe Cox

Published 19th Jan 2023, 12:05 BST

Updated 20th Jan 2023, 12:36 BST

Thursday, January 19 marked national ‘artist as outlaw day’ – encouraging people to get creative and think outside of the box.

In celebration of the day and in the spirit of sharing artistic opportunities in the Mansfield area, here are some crafty ways residents can tap into their creativity this year.

You can paint a pot in Mansfield town's pottery studio, The Glazey Place. The venue welcomes adults and children at 7-9 Leeming Street.

1. Paint a pot

You can paint a pot in Mansfield town's pottery studio, The Glazey Place. The venue welcomes adults and children at 7-9 Leeming Street. Photo: The Glazey Place / Facebook

There are several U3A groups in our area, including committees in Mansfield, Warsop, and Sutton. An opportunity to be social, meet new friends, and get 'crafty' in the community. You can find your nearest group by visiting u3a.org.uk/get-involved/join.

2. Join a U3A club

There are several U3A groups in our area, including committees in Mansfield, Warsop, and Sutton. An opportunity to be social, meet new friends, and get 'crafty' in the community. You can find your nearest group by visiting u3a.org.uk/get-involved/join. Photo: Phoebe Cox

Join local artist David Evans for this Valentine’s willow weaving workshop. Make the perfect gift for your one true love by creating your very own willow heart. The session will be held on February 11 at Sherwood Forest - with those interested expected to book in advance via visitsherwood.co.uk/event/valentines-willow-weaving-workshop/.

3. Weave a willow at Sherwood Forest

Join local artist David Evans for this Valentine’s willow weaving workshop. Make the perfect gift for your one true love by creating your very own willow heart. The session will be held on February 11 at Sherwood Forest - with those interested expected to book in advance via visitsherwood.co.uk/event/valentines-willow-weaving-workshop/. Photo: Jason Chadwick

Mansfield Museum on Leeming Street offers artist development opportunities. The museum welcomes artists to use its spaces and studios to develop creative practice, try out ideas or undertake a period of research and development. Artists interested in using the museum's space and facilities can reach out via mansfieldmuseum@mansfield.gov.uk.

4. Develop your art

Mansfield Museum on Leeming Street offers artist development opportunities. The museum welcomes artists to use its spaces and studios to develop creative practice, try out ideas or undertake a period of research and development. Artists interested in using the museum's space and facilities can reach out via [email protected]. Photo: Mansfield District Council