creating workshops for my community (small business vlog)

In this episode, we’re visiting the Black Country Archives to find historical inspiration for a new project, running through a creative supplies haul, and seeing the reality of facilitating art workshops for wellness and connection. 🎨 Connect with me: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hanmade.art.studio Website - https://www.hannahashman.co.uk Substack - https://creativebecoming.substack.com/ Chapters: 00:00 - A New Vlog Format: Filming on the DJI 01:06 - To-Do List: Hobbycraft Run & The Black Country Archives 02:00 - Reflecting on the Journey: Being Authentic on Camera 03:11 - Holistic Creative Arts Therapy: My Progress & Findings 05:25 - The Theme for 2026: Art for Wellness 06:40 - Creative Supplies Haul: Brown Paper Doodling Idea 07:41 - Visiting the Archives: Gathering Historical Art Inspiration 10:03 - Studio Setup: Recording for Socials & Lighting Tips 11:47 - Archival Finds: Collaging with Local History (1940s-70s) 14:15 - Creating Workshop Icebreakers: The "Newspaper" Project 18:13 - Packing for the Workshop: Essential Supplies & Acrylics 22:48 - Workshop Day: Overcoming the Winter Weather 25:15 - Post-Workshop Reflection: Connecting through Art Stories 28:32 - The "Not So Glamorous" Side: Tidying & Unpacking 31:51 - Creating a 3D Art Piece: Scanning & Laser Cutting (Xtool) 37:00 - Painting Process: Striving for an Industrial Aesthetic 39:32 - Dementia Cafe Session: Using Art for Connection 42:01 - Marketing at the NEC: A Day in the Life of a Creative Client 44:38 - Big Announcement: Developing the Han'made Art Club 48:24 - Facilitating vs. Teaching: My Philosophy on Creative Freedom 51:41 - Studio Vlog vs. Art Club: Production Quality & authenticity This video and description contain affiliate links. If you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows me to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for the support!