Prejudice, migration and identity are the issues tackled by the Flock Project. By conducting clay workshops with people affected by these issues we aim to foster a sense of belonging and personal exploration which helps people to express themselves and connect with others.

During the project we explore the subject of birds, their importance and how they have been affected by environmental issues.

We draw parallels with the human condition and encourage engagement with the nature that surrounds us.

"Playing with this clay takes me back to my childhood in Africa when we used to pull clay from the rocks and make pots and plates. It was a fun time." Grounding group member

AIMS of Flock Project WORKSHOPS

To empower the lives of those who have overcome adversity and experienced trauma, through the medium of clay.

Clay workshops that allow participants to conceptualise their individual journeys using the metaphor of birds.

To exhibit the birds together as one artwork, with ceramics made by service users alongside those made by professional artists and the V & A workshop attendees, exhibiting in museums and galleries to reach a wider audience.

To engage the public and foster greater understanding and acceptance by highlighting the underlying themes of displacement, migration, identity, community and integration.

Help participants to feel part of a positive and creative larger community. 

To engage with nature and the environment.

To learn more about the importance of birds.

Manifest the idea of the whole being greater than the sum of its parts.

To archive the responses of those taking part, as well as the views of the general public.