Design Museum Academy Young People Workshop
Design Camp: Architecture and Worldbuilding for 11 to 14 year olds
Inspired by the settings of Tim Burton’s films, and exploring architectural designs from across the world, young people will create their own architectural models and scenery for a character in this session led by artist and educator Wilson Yau. Whether it’s gothic or fantastical, they will design and make something unexpected to take home.
What to expect
In this architectural design and model-making workshop inspired by the work of Tim Burton, participants will explore storytelling and character creation to design their own fantastical scenery. They will learn about how architecture can set the mood and tell stories, and about the work of architects from across the world who have created astonishing buildings.
The morning will involve a trip to The World of Tim Burton where the young people will get inspired by Burton's creative process and worldbuilding. They will then start working on their own imaginative worlds.
Using exploratory case studies, discussions with others and drawings on paper, participants will develop a design for a place or world for their character to inhabit, which they will then transform into 3D models in paper, cardboard and other materials.
Learning Outcomes:
• Discovering more about the world of Tim Burton
• Learning about architects and buildings from across the world.
• Exploring architectural case studies
• Developing visual communication skills through drawings and models
• Designing buildings and a landscape for a character
• Learning how to respond to a design brief
• Learning how to turn your 3D designs into 3D models, exploring a variety of materials
Please note:
• This workshop includes a short visit to our exhibition, The World of Tim Burton.
• Capacity is limited, we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.
• This workshop is suitable for ages 11-14.
• All equipment, materials and light refreshments will be provided, but participants will need to bring a packed lunch.
Facilitator
Wilson Yau
Yau is an artist and educator who specialises in teaching architectural drawing and history and has an MA in Design and Art in Education. For over 15 years, he has led creative workshops at other leading museums and at schools and community groups, including RIBA and the Zaha Hadid Foundation. Yau uses drawing to explore the urban environment and believes drawing is a powerful tool in visual literacy and wellbeing. More about Yau
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Booking information
Young person: £74
Young person (Early bird): £67
Members*: £59
*Please note that this benefit applies only to the cardholding Member’s ticket and not to those of additional guests.
Early bird until 7 October 2024.
Check out the Design Museum Academy refunds and cancellations policy here.
Additional information
– All participants must be dropped off and picked up by an adult. You will be greeted and signed in by a member of our team
– If you would like to let us know about any access requirements, including neurodiversity, there is the option to notify us at the ticket checkout
– If your child receives additional support in their formal education setting, you are welcome to bring a carer/additional adult at no cost, but we are unable to provide 1:1 support
– Please note that the content has been tailored to a specific age group. Participants older or younger than the specified age range might struggle to engage with the group or follow the session
– We ask all bookers to provide an emergency contact name and number. Please ensure that this person is available for the duration of the workshop
– If you have any questions, please contact learning@designmuseum.org
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Backgroung image and carousel photos by Matthew Kaltenborn.