Maxi’s class were lucky enough to go to Mima (Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art) on a school trip and I managed to get MadDad to work from home that day so I could go to.
Now I am not sure I will be taking the boys back just yet, but it was a great, if not a little long day. In between looking and thinking about the installations the children did get to do some art activities, but they were not allowed to touch anything and with a group of 4 and 5 year olds you can imagine how hard it was for them.
I was very proud of all the children, they were so well behaved and Maxi’s teacher is such a gem. She really understands reception children, so after a picnic lunch on the lawn, she got her class all playing games to let off steam.
There is currently an exhibition by Anish Kapoo which tested the children’s don’t touch capabilities, as well as mine too.
Fantastic sculptures and pieces, which made them think, look and really explore what art can be.
The exhibition co-insides with the opening on Tememos in Middlesbrough, which the boys have seen from the car.
I really enjoyed the day and will be going back on my own for some quality me time.
