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"I have worked with young people and in the arts sector for over two decades, with a background in youth work, before starting my own arts company a ‘Doodle Story Art’ in 2019. During this time I have delivered art work in schools, youth centres, hospitals, Charities and even in the most rural parts of India. Enabling young people to have a voice through the arts.

 

I have spent my personal time creating a collection of my own work using my unique doodle style. Being featured in numerous exhibitions across the UK and Europe.

 

I am always striving to change and develop as an artist and the one thing I see on a regular basis is a need for more engaging and accessible art workshops for young people.

 

Young people have so many challenges in today's modern society and issues such as stress and low self esteem are prevalent. Creative opportunities, like we provide here at 'Open Door Art' support the development of communication skills, social interaction and self expression. Being creative helps children cope with their feelings and fears, as well as managing their emotional states (University of Arts London, 2020).

 

My original passion for art was to inspire, support and to positively engage with young people and communities, using art as a vehicle for positive change and this is what I want to achieve with 'Open Door Art.'"

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Chris Layfield