Tarwyn’s many talents Posted by Posted by Imogen Loakman on 4 March 2016 Posted on: 4 March 2016

Tarwyn Nicholson has many talents and is using these in the local community.

He lives in a supported flatting situation in town. After doing a search on the CINCH (Community Information Christchurch) website, EGL contacted
Noel Graham from the Christchurch Woodturners Association. He was keen to meet Tarwyn and see his skills.

After several visits to Noel’s shed, Tarwyn started attending a monthly woodwork group. A friend of the family supports Tarwyn on the day and they have a great time together, making amazing things like bowls, pens and toys.

Tarwyn at Noel’s shed with his amazing bowl.

Tarwyn continues to visit Noel’s shed once a month to do his homework in-between the monthly group. Lathe work is in Tarwyn’s family and everyone is thrilled he has the opportunity to carry this on.

Another talent of Tarwyn’s is art work. Through an EGL contact in the St Albans Residents Association we became aware of a local art group meeting on a Monday and Friday. Tarwyn has been going to the Monday class and will continue next year on Fridays. He has created drawings, cardboard constructions and is currently exploring watercolours.

 

Tarwyn’s portrait painting at St Albans art group.

The St Albans Art Society members are getting to know Tarwyn and have encouraged his work and participation. Both activities have been supported by Tarwyn’s manager, Owen Clouston of Hohepa, Edgeware.

 

Story taken from Christchurch's Enabling Good Lives Newsletter | October – November 2014