Between Land and Tide: Natural Materials Starfish Decorating

Play with natural materials and decorate your own starfish in this pop-up workshop inspired by Olana Light’s Between Land and Tide. Join artist Olana Light for a hands-on creative workshop inspired by Between Land and Tide, a public art project exploring our connection with the ocean, nature and the world around us. Using pre-cut hessian starfish shapes, participants will create their own unique starfish by decorating them with a variety of natural materials. Experiment with textures, colours and found natural elements to transform a simple shape into a beautiful, individual creation. Through playful making and imagination, the workshop invites people of all ages to explore their creativity while discovering the beauty and fragility of our coastal environment. No previous art experience is needed – just bring your imagination! Free admission Suitable for all ages All materials provided About the Artist Olana Light is a Portsmouth-based multidisciplinary artist working across sculpture, performance and moving image. Her practice explores the relationship between humans and the natural world through immersive artworks, creative experiences and public engagement. www.olanalight.com About Between Land and Tide Between Land and Tide is a public art project by Olana Light exploring our connection with the sea and the natural world through large-scale sculpture, live performance and community participation. Inspired by Portsmouth’s coastal landscape and tidal ecosystems, the project features sea-born guardians and a monumental starfish sculpture created using natural and sustainable materials. Through workshops and creative activities, the project invites communities to reflect on belonging, environmental fragility and our relationship with the ocean.