Two green brushstrokes on a white background.

CREATIVITY

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CONNECTION

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COME TOGETHER

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CREATIVITY & CONNECTION 〰️ COME TOGETHER 〰️

Abstract watercolor painting with orange and yellow hues

A pink, curved brushstroke on a white background.

Re-imagining what already exists,
in materials, spaces and ourselves.

Children crowd at the start of a race in a park, wearing yellow visibility vests, with a woman holding large scissors, preparing to cut a ribbon, under a clear blue sky with trees and houses in the background.

Collage of photos showing playground artwork and decorations, including painted flowers, a decorated path with handprints, signs with words like 'kindness' and 'sharing,' and decorated rocks, with text on the collage reading 'Thameside School' and 'P

Woman and girl sitting on a pink bench under a tree in a park with boats and water in the background.

Collage of photos showing a girl painting a pink park bench outdoors, sitting on the bench, and enjoying nature with trees and a park, with decorative text about mental health and coloring.

Abstract painting of wildflowers with pink, yellow, and blue blooms on thin stems, set against a light blue background.

Collage of images showing children painting murals outdoors in a school garden, with text reading "Nature Art," "Send Space," "Workshops," and "School Garden Murals."

A sidewalk with white flowers and green leaves painted on it, forming a walking trail with the words 'STOP', 'LOOK', and 'LISTEN' along the path, next to a grassy area with a tree and a chalkboard sign advertising a new nature trail crossing.

Collage of photos showing people painting sidewalk chalk art on pavement in South Abingdon, with a background of grass and trees, and chalk art on the ground featuring flowers, abstract designs, and directional arrows, accompanied by added text and s

Close-up of a metal fence decorated with handmade fabric flowers and rainbow-colored ribbons, with a building in the background.

Collage of photos showing floral decorations and art projects on a school fence, with flowers made from fabric, ribbons, and colorful embellishments, and text reading 'Re-Use Upcycle Workshops', 'School', and 'Floral Fence Art'.

Entrance gate with decorative black ribbons and red flowers, leading to Thameside School, surrounded by leafless trees on a bright, partly cloudy day.

A collage of flowers and images of a school gate decorated with flowers, with the text 'Re-Use', 'Upcycle Workshops', 'School', and 'Floral School Gate'.

Colorful outdoor painting of bees, flowers, clouds, a peacock, and grass on a wooden fence with trees in the background.

Collage of photos from a toddler workshop at a family center, showing outdoor painting, a table with children's artwork, and art supplies.

A greenhouse with a wooden frame and glass roof, decorated with colorful buntings and artwork on the walls, with a garden bed of lavender and white flowers in the center.

Collage of photos featuring colorful artwork and crafts at Newbury Mill Portraits, including workshops, a garden, and a puppet exhibit.

Bringing people together through creative programmes, public art and shared experiences.

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Re-imagining materials, spaces and ideas

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Creating connection through community projects

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Bringing people together through creative programmes, public art and shared experiences. 〰️ Re-imagining materials, spaces and ideas 〰️ Creating connection through community projects 〰️

Children painting and crafting at a round table during a creative event.

CREATIVE PROGRAMMES

Artist-led workshops and programmes that spark confidence, expression and connection.

STEP INSIDE

A person is painting white chalk drawings on a paved surface, with one hand holding a box of white paint and the other hand drawing a chalk line with a stick.

CREATIVE PROJECTS

Public artworks and creative interventions that bring imagination into shared spaces.

EXPLORE

Life Projects is a creative studio based in Abingdon, led by artist and creative director Jess Farrell.

A woman and a child sitting on a pink park bench under a tree, smiling. The woman is wearing a pink beanie, red dress, and denim jacket. The child is wearing pink pants, a grey jacket, and black shoes.

MEET JESS

Artist and Creative Director behind Life Projects.

Jess Farrell is an artist and creative director whose work centres on re-imagining materials, nature-inspired making and community-led projects. Through upcycling, public art and shared experiences, she creates welcoming spaces where people can explore identity, build confidence and reconnect with each other and the natural world.

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