Cardboard Automata: maker workshop (8-12 yrs) School Holidays

Twist, turn and tinker to make your whimsical machine tell a story. In this workshop, young inventors will design and built their very own moving cardboard automata : a mechanical, moving sculpture that twists, bobs, wriggles and flicks at the turn of a handle. Choose a character, imagine a scene and create the moment. Participants will explore designs and experiment with mechanisms to create a machine that brings the moment alive. A ship on stormy seas? A creature dancing a jig? A cat (eternally) chasing a ball? Every creation is unique, every maker is an inventor. What will your automaton do? ​​​​​​​​​​​​​This session involves safely using scissors and hot-glueing under supervision. Recommended for participants aged 8 yrs plus. Grown-ups are encouraged to join in and make one too! (please book a ticket) Duration : 60 to 90 min.