15 Apr 09

A personal review by Ashley, Michelle and Robyn...

" Last September we were offered a once in a lifetime opportunity to work with renowned glass artist Sarah Galloway on a one off project that would see a piece of art work developed for the new Christ the King Centre for Learning in Huyton.

Over the past months we took part in many workshops to research and discuss initial ideas for the project. Sarah was vital in the process guiding and helping us shape the course that our designs would take. Working with Sarah gave us the opportunity to discover a variety of art processes that are not usually open to students. A great deal of hard work has led us to develop our designs for the glass panel and light installation.

The main element of the installation is the incorporation of the many hopes, dreams and aspirations of Christ the King students. The idea was taken from the cultural tradition of tying messages and ribbons to a tree to signify a sense of unity. Probably the most novel part of the design process was our experiments with grave rubbing!

Working on this project has helped us considerably with our GCSE Art coursework as well as granting is new and exciting experiences. Above all, we've had a unique chance to be part of something that will remain in the Centre long after we have gone, as a monument for students at Christ the King - past, present and future."

Below: Michelle and Robyn with the glass panel