Institut for Børnekultur

Shaping Patterns #12 - Villa Zebra - Reflecting on Artivism: Insights and Inspirations

In this second podcast episode by Villa Zebra, we reflect on the impactful workshop held at Harbour Bilingual Primary School.  Join us as we hear from artist Florian Borstlap, filmmaker Robin Tijdeman, teacher Dominique Boon, and some of the pupils themselves.  Enjoy this engaging discussion on their experiences, insights, and the transformative power of combining art with activism. Dive into the reflections and see how creativity continues to inspire change. This podcast was produced as part of the Shaping Patterns project with funding from Erasmus+.

Shaping Patterns #11- Villa Zebra - Artivism in the Harbour: Creativity and change

This is a podcast series created by Villa Zebra in collaboration with the pupils of Harbour Bilingual Primary School in Rotterdam.  In this first episode, multidisciplinary artist Florian Borstlap and filmmaker Robin Tijdeman lead a workshop on the powerful intersection of art and activism.  Discover how these young minds harness their creativity to effect social change. Listen to how they transform ideas into action and envision a brighter, more inclusive future. Join us and plant the seed of change through art!  This podcast was produced as part of the Shaping Patterns project with funding from Erasmus+.

Shaping Patterns #10 - Institut for Børnekultur - Ole Priess

In this podcast episode, we had the opportunity to interview Ole Priess, the School Leader at Rolf Krake Skolen in Holstebro. Our discussion centered on the incorporation of art and culture in the school's curriculum, its impact on the institution, and the school's approach to involving children in sustainability and global awareness. Ole Priess shared how art and culture are integral to Rolf Krake Skolen, fostering a culture of openness, flexibility, and creativity. As the school leader, he plays a pivotal role in prioritizing these core values. Moreover, Ole Priess highlights the school's commitment to providing students with a global perspective by working with UN’s 17 global goals in creative and involving ways. This podcast provides valuable insights into how Rolf Krake Skolen is implementing a holistic approach to education that connects and emphasizes art, culture, and sustainability. This podcast was produced as part of the Shaping Patterns project with funding from Erasmus+.

Shaping Patterns #9 - YellowBrick - Sustainability, Art and Education 2/2

The podcast of Yellow Brick is a series of interviews about art and sustainability with children, teenagers and professionals who work in the field of art, education and mental health. The soundtracks are made with sounds from the landscape of Athens. Children and teenagers were mainly asked about their relationship with art and their personal approach to artistic practice. Professionals from the broader artistic field were asked specific questions that explore the definition of sustainability in relation to art and education. Moreover, they describe the projects that they design in their institution, which relate to the aforementioned connection. Participants:  ●      Marianna Asimakopoulou,[1] [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1926082/episodes/13569263/edit#_msocom_1]  Psychologist and adult trainer, Babel day centre for the mental health of migrants ●      Elisabeth Ioannides, education curator and art psychotherapist at the National Museum of Contemporary Art, Athens (EMST) ●      Koula Panagou, educator, supervisor of the educational programs of Network of Children’s Rights ●      Semeli Zoi, student of Artistic School of Gerakas, dancer ●      Elementary school children   Curators: Eli Paxinou, Eleni Fountoulaki, Vasiliki Sifostratoudaki  Mix and sounds: Ellianna Otta[2] [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1926082/episodes/13569263/edit#_msocom_2] , artist Landscape sounds:  Evelyn Vanoverbeke [https://yellowbrick.gr/author/evelyn-vanoverbeke/], Aaron Daem [https://yellowbrick.gr/author/aaron-daem/], artist This podcast was produced as part of the Shaping Patterns project with funding from Erasmus+.

Shaping Patterns #8 - YellowBrick - Sustainability, Art and Education 1/2

The podcast of Yellow Brick is a series of interviews about art and sustainability with children, teenagers and professionals who work in the field of art, education and mental health. The soundtracks are made with sounds from the landscape of Athens. Children and teenagers were mainly asked about their relationship with art and their personal approach to artistic practice. Professionals from the broader artistic field were asked specific questions that explore the definition of sustainability in relation to art and education. Moreover, they describe the projects that they design in their institution, which relate to the aforementioned connection. Participants:  ●      Marianna Asimakopoulou,[1]  Psychologist and adult trainer, Babel day centre for the mental health of migrants ●      Elisabeth Ioannides, education curator and art psychotherapist at the National Museum of Contemporary Art, Athens (EMST) ●      Koula Panagou, educator, supervisor of the educational programs of Network of Children’s Rights ●      Semeli Zoi, student of Artistic School of Gerakas, dancer ●      Elementary school children   Curators: Eli Paxinou, Eleni Fountoulaki, Vasiliki Sifostratoudaki  Mix and sounds: Ellianna Otta[2] , artist Landscape sounds:  Evelyn Vanoverbeke [https://yellowbrick.gr/author/evelyn-vanoverbeke/], Aaron Daem [https://yellowbrick.gr/author/aaron-daem/], artist This podcast was produced as part of the Shaping Patterns project with funding from Erasmus+.