WE ARE READY (-OOOHH YES WE ARE) -ARE YOU READY! COME MAKE YOUR MARK
Written by Archie Fergusson on 27/11/2014
DUNOON CHRISTMAS LIGHTS “SWITCH ON” AND DUNOON BURGH HALL WORKSHOPS 29thNOVEMBER
Visitors’ drawings from Frank McElhinney’s “Slate -Drawing Exchange” — with Colm Docherty at Burgh Hall Dunoon.
Dunoon Burgh Hall will be closing its doors for renovation this Saturday and before they do they are asking you to come along for this unique even and make your mark on the building. Working with professional artists, musicians, animators and dancers they are giving everyone the opportunity to create an impression of the Burgh Hall.
For all members of the family from 11.00am
If you intend to be joining in the Great Lantern Workshop to take part in the Fabulous Lantern Parade as part of the DUNOON CHRISTMAS LIGHTS “SWITCH ON” brought to you by BID PA23 please book in early, unfortunately only enough materials for 200 Lanterns.
Draw the Building – with Colm Docherty, Sam Jones and Sandi Kiehlmann
Using charcoal, graphite and pencil sketch the Burgh Hall for our records. Draw around yourself on the walls of the Burgh Hall to leave your mark!
Music making– with Alan Bryden and Anneke Kampman
Make the Music of the Burgh Hall, record digital soundscapes and create the samba band to lead a celebration through the town.
Parkour – with Scott Houston and Paul Lagah
Move and leap your way around the building.
NB: Only for those who have previous experience in Parkour.
Animate the Burgh Hall – with Inigo Garrido
Working with a professional filmmaker create a short animated piece inspired by the Burgh Hall and your time spent there.
T-shirt printing – with Hannah Clinch and Gillian Stewart
Using Heat Transfer decorate t-shirts and bags with Dunoon Burgh Hall images from past events and architectural gems.
Photography – with Jean Donaldson and Ken Clark
Take a photo of your favourite part of the Burgh Hall using iPads, mobile phones, and digital cameras and upload onto Pinterest.
Jewellery – with Soozie Tarkenter
Make your own copper brooch inspired by the Burgh Hall, taking inspiration from the cornicing and gargoyles.
Street theatre – with Diane Thornton and Suzie Ferguson
There are undercover “make-believe builders” at work in the Burgh Hall who have top secret plans to turn the building into something completely different. Join their training sessions and learn how to disappear.
We want you to photograph your artwork and upload it onto Dunoon Burgh Hall’s Instagram page.