Artistic work camp (initiation in artistic activities)

. The objective of this project is to initiate and reinforce the capacities of volunteers wishing to be trained in the field of art. Indeed, they will work together with trainers, artists and other local volunteers in the various activities planned. It is also an opportunity to help these women to have an entrepreneurial spirit by supporting them. Work to do1: • Learn the techniques of BATIK (printing on canvas sheets, T – shirts, and loincloths (| pagnes…|) ; • Painting (decorative pictures, canvases….); • Engraving calabashes; • Luminous signs ; • Sculpture on wood and ceramic ; • Making traditional necklaces of pearls and of baked clay; Work to do2: • Learn traditional pottery techniques; • Research materials (clay, wood, grass and others); • Pile and make clay usable; • Make pots, jars, plates and others; • Make small gifts with children for sale; • Manufacture of traditional bead and terracotta necklaces. • Other artists working in other areas can be visited as well • Day or stay in the village of potters (this will depend on the number of volunteers) NB -Volunteer can do the number 1, 2 or both. The camp leader would focus in general motivation and would help everyone for satisfaction. -At the end of the construction, all the objects will be exposed and resold to the eager ones. The funds collected will be used to support the projects of the children of the FAGAD group, environmental projects and also cleaning up the area.