Last Friday was a big one for the movement. Earlier in the day, we were proud to be part of the final Discover Creative Careers Cymru Roadshow, where 150 More Able and Talented Year 9 pupils from 8 schools across Conwy, Denbighshire and Flintshire came together for hands-on creative workshops.
Massive respect to the organisers, all the creative practitioners involved, Coleg Llandrillo Rhyl, and Careers Wales for putting together something that gave so many young people the chance to get face-to-face experience in creative practice. From film and TV to podcasting, games design, theatre, 3D printing, and music, the whole day was packed with possibilities.
Representing Underground Artist Movement, our practitioners Kene and Owen led the rap writing workshop, giving young people space to experiment with words, rhythm, storytelling, and confidence. It was inspiring to see so many young voices from across the county stepping into creativity with open minds and real curiosity. Days like this remind us that creative practice can open doors, build confidence, and help shape identity.
Seeing that much energy and interest from the next generation gives us real hope for a more colourful, expressive North Wales. The future feels bright when young people are given the space to create.
The momentum didn’t stop there either. Later that same day, we rolled straight into our last Friday Session, and the studio was moving. Farai and Harrison locked in on Harrison’s university portfolio, while also collaborating on a track together. At the same time, Farai kicked off a brand new beat, setting the tone for what’s next. Safe to say, it was a seriously productive Friday all round.
This is what it’s about for us, creating pathways, building confidence, and making sure young people can see themselves in creative futures. One workshop, one session, one beat at a time.
Massive thanks to Betsi Cadwaladr for funding our friday sessions initiative
