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That Games dev Thingy runs on the second each month. Exclusive to ages 13+ years old.
This is for students interested in producing a portfolio in digital and concept media for Games Design and Development.
Included in the workshops are concept art, coding and working in Gamemaker Studio 2, games testing, animation and much more.
Students will learn at a good pace we advise that the course usually lasts between 10 and 15 sessions.
The sessions are a good way to socialize as well as learn and are designed for young people with autism and additional needs.
Pre-registration & Booking is required for this event.
Price £30 per person.
If you are interested please ask to go on our waiting list by clicking the button below. Please note the sessions are on the second floor so there are stairs. We sadly have no disabled access available at the moment.
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‘That Saturday (am) Animation and Film Club’ is a 2 hour monthly session to introduce Stop-motion Animation and other Digital Story-telling.
We run on the SECOND SATURDAY of each month.
The Session is open to anyone aged 9 - 13.
10:00 to 12:00pm.
Each session is suitable for Children on the Autistic Spectrum/ADHD. They will have the chance to work as group on a solo project using industry standard stop motion animation software, editing and special FX software.
We use DSLR camera’s and i-pads and lots of other gadgets and gizmo’s which make Animation fun.
Children can create their own little stop-motion animation to view on Youtube or be part of a shared filming project. We also dabble into other Media too such as Art and prop making, Green screening, filming and editing.
Pre-registration & Booking is required for this event.
Price £30 per person.
If you are interested please book by clicking the button below. Please note the sessions are on the second floor so there are stairs. We sadly have no disabled access available at the moment.
The Studio specializes in working with Children and adults who are on the Autistic Spectrum or have additional needs.
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Each Wednesday Afternoon during Holiday Time Sparky will open the doors for our NEW Animation Holiday Club for Children with Autism.
The session will include Stop-motion animation, Editing, Film and Performance and much much more in a mixed bag for those young ones who would like to express themselves creatively.
The session is based at our Studio in Chesterfield and is for a maximum of 6 children between the ages of 9 and 12 years.
The cost is £30pp. If you are interested and not already known to the studio please contact the Studio via email ginger@sparkyink.co.uk. as you my need a pre-visit. all attendees will have to complete a Pre-registration form.
Tickets are not valid unless confirmed with the Studio.
Due to Covid the Studio has the right to cancel the session at short notice.
Each session Children have the chance to work as group on a solo project using industry standard stop motion animation software, editing and special FX software.
We use DSLR camera’s and i-pads and lots of other gadgets and gizmo’s which make Animation fun.
Children can create their own little stop-motion animation to view on Youtube or be part of a shared filming project. We also dabble into other Media too such as Art and prop making, Green screening, filming and editing.
Please note the sessions are on the second floor so there are stairs. We sadly have no disabled access available at the moment.
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8-Bit Evolved Autism Gaming Nite for 16+ has been running monthly since 2017.
The event runs on the fourth or last Thursday during the year. We start at 4.30pm and finish 7:30pm. Around 6/6.30pm we have Pizza or a takeaway or make chip butties Ages are 16 upwards.
The session is a chance to define thumbs through video gaming together, socializing and making friends in a safe and fun environment.
£15pp includes a soft drink and snack. Please note: Takeaway food or Pizza are not included in the ticket price.
The studio can also admit participants who are unable to come to the studio in person via Discord. (T's&C's apply)
(From November 2021 we will make a small token charge of £2.00pp).
The sessions are for anyone on the Autistic Spectrum, Asperger's Syndrome, ADHD, ADD or other associated spectrum conditions. Please contact Ginger at the studio for more information.
If you are interested please book by clicking the button below. Please note the sessions are on the second floor, so there are stairs. We sadly have no disabled access available at the moment.
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8-Bit Evolved Mini-Gamers Autism Friendly Saturday Gaming Morning is for children aged 9 to 12 years old.
The event runs usually on the Fourth Saturday of every month. We start at 1pm and finish 3pm.
The session is a chance to define thumbs through video gaming together, socializing and making friends in a safe and fun environment.
£12pp
The sessions are for anyone on the Autistic Spectrum, Asperger's Syndrome, ADHD, ADD or other associated spectrum conditions. Please contact the studio for more information.
If you are interested please book by clicking the button below. Please note the sessions are on the second floor, so there are stairs. We sadly have no disabled access available at the moment.
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Our Teenager Gamers Autism Gaming Morning is 2 hours of absolute chaos and
defining thumbs!
A fab morning of social couch co-op video gaming for teenage gamers aged 13 - 16. An opportunity to make new friends, discuss gaming, and have loads of fun!
The event runs usually on the Fourth Saturday of every month. We start at 10.00am and finish 12.00pm.
The session is a chance to define thumbs through video gaming together, socializing and making friends in a safe and fun environment.
£12pp
The sessions are for anyone on the Autistic Spectrum, Asperger's Syndrome, ADHD, ADD or other associated spectrum conditions. Please contact the studio for more information.
If you are interested please book by clicking the button below. Please note the sessions are on the second floor, so there are stairs. We sadly have no disabled access available at the moment.
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***New workshop places available***
We are pleased to announce that the Studio has a few new workshop places available. The places are for Alternative Provision or Home Educated Children and for 16+. If you would like to know more please contact the studio. Thank you.