Lynne Hollingsworth provides training and workshops for schools, colleges and businesses on a range of topics. Lynne is also available to book as a guest speaker for your event. Lynne has been guest speaker and has presented training in conjunction with:

• Architecture Week
• WIRE (Women in Rural Enterprise)
• Women’s Enterprise (Leader+) Derbyshire Chamber and Business Link
• ASCL (Association of School and College Leaders)
• Derbyshire County Council – Focusing Creativity
• Creative Launch Pad
• The Prince’s Trust
• Eurekazone – Creative Thinking
• Marketing for Growth
• Nottingham City Council

Testimonial

Lynne has a natural ability to engage an audience. Creative Enterprises relate to her passion, drive and knowledge of how to create and manage a successful Creative Business, this was reflected in the many positive comments I received from delegates attending the Focusing Creativity Programme. I would thoroughly recommend Lynne to bring extra life to a workshop and she offers a true example of how a creative enterprise can find the balance between being creative and running a business. Anthony Byrne Creative Industries Development Officer, Derbyshire County Council

Training And Workshops In Schools

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Staff Training:

Running a Successful Arts Project

Interested in running a large-scale arts project, but unsure how to go about it? A professional artist will teach you how to manage and fund a successful project and achieve creative and inclusive processes and effective outcomes.

Creativity in Education

Much of the thinking done within education and business emphasizes the skills of analysis. However there is another kind of thinking, one that focuses on exploring ideas and generating solutions. This is Creative Thinking. Both methods are important, but Creative Thinking tends to be disregarded. This course will celebrate creativity and Creative Thinking, and highlight areas where it can be implemented in all aspects of daily life, including the home, business, work and the classroom.

Workshops for pupils and students:

Meet The Artist

How can a pupil aspire to be an artist when they have never met one? Lynne will take pupils through the exciting work that she does and will focus on some of her favourite artists. Lynne will present an inspirational visual presentation.

Painting Workshop

A day's workshop focusing on large-scale painting techniques. Creating a collaborative large-scale painting that will develop knowledge, skills and understanding.

Mural projects for Schools/Communities

The opportunity to work with a professional artist to create an interior or exterior mural for your specific area. Inclusive and collaborative mural projects where participants learn about teamwork, designing, painting techniques, processes. High quality murals that brighten up specific spaces and become a talking point for pupils, staff, visitors and the community. Exterior projects take place between May and October. Please book in early to avoid disappointment.

Training For Creatives and Creative Businesses

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Mentoring Sessions for Individuals (See mentoring)

Lynne offers one-to-one advice, training and mentoring to individuals to help them find new avenues and tap into new creative channels. Lynne will help creatives build and grow their image and reputation.

Building Image and Reputation

Want to grow your business, but unsure how to go about it? Don't have a big budget for marketing? This course will give you tips on networking, gaining funding and increasing your public exposure for free.

Running a Successful Arts Project

Interested in running an arts project, but unsure how to go about it? A professional artist will teach you how to manage and fund a successful arts project and achieve creative and inclusive processes and effective outcomes.

Creative Thinking

Much of the thinking done within business emphasizes the skills of analysis. However there is another kind of thinking, one that focuses on exploring ideas and generating solutions. This is Creative Thinking. Both methods are important, but Creative Thinking tends to be disregarded. This course will celebrate creativity and Creative Thinking and highlight areas where it can be implemented in all aspects of daily life, including the home, in business and at work.

Fees And Booking

Training sessions are based on a full-day or half-day session. Travel expenses are priced separately. Contact the artist for updated fees . To book in a training session or a workshop contact Lynne Hollingsworth directly at or call on 01332 842066 to check fees and availability.