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Through Isolation Creations we showcased young people who were spending their time getting creative, learning, connecting and trying something new during periods of isolation brought on by lockdowns during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
Below you will find some of the works from our talented young people, such as:
Self Love in Social Isolation
Sami ‘Obama’ Weleda’abgzi is an actor and director, performing in feature films, short films, web series and theatre. Sami hopes to diversify Australia’s artistic landscape, by inspiring the next generation who might not see many culturally diverse actors like him on stage and screen.
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Sami and housemate Natana talk through some coping strategies and how to be kind to yourself in these tough times of social isolation, and staying at home.
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Sami and housemate Natana talk through their rituals and routines, and how to be kind to yourself while staying at home.
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Sami and housemate Natana talk about using this time at home to get out of your comfort zone and experience new things. The chat about new ways to connect with like-minded people online, and tools for learning new skills.
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Sami and housemate Natana talk fun and different activities you can do at home that bring you joy. They chat about how to have fun, be silly and enjoy the process rather than stressing about what you need to achieve.
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In this final video, Sami and housemate Natana chat about how to can use this time to examine to your belief system and challenge some of those views that may not have a place in your life anymore.
See more from Sami on YouTube.
Embroidery Workshop
This two part series is presented by artist and writer Sam Stevens (they/them) who often combines disciplines to create tactile embroidered, etched or painted poetry. Sam's work has been exhibited in Brunswick Street Gallery, No Vacancy Gallery and Phoenix Youth Centre to name a few and works have appeared in print in F*EMSZINE.
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In this video Sam demonstrates how to transfer a design to fabric, and demonstrate some basic stitching techniques, along with some more advanced stitches for those who want to extend their knowledge.
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Sam demonstrates how to compose a fabric hanging using the embroidery prepared during the first video. They will demonstrate with both hand sewing and sewing machine alternatives.
Follow Sam on Instagram.
Watercolours Workshop
Lena Lopez is a 23 year old French teacher who has channeled her creative side to help tune out to what’s going on around her and to bring a sense of peace. In these three videos, Lena shows us how to use watercolours to create small and simple prints.
Cooking at Home, Galaktoboureko (also known as Moon Cake)
Julia, a self-confessed terrible cook and challenged herself by whipping up some delicious treats at home. In this video Julia takes us through the process of making the traditional Greek dessert, Galaktoboureko which also known as Moon Cake.
How to Make a Podcast Remotely
SYN Media believe young people should be creators, not just consumers of media. You can hear more from them on the radio in Melbourne on 90.7 FM or catch their TV show on Channel 31.
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Bec and Hayley talk about what makes a good podcast and help you to pick a topic for your podcast.
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Bec and Hayley talk about the production of a podcast and what you need to consider and plan before you hit record
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Bec and Hayley talk about how to record from home, from the equipment you will need to the techniques and software that will make you sound professional!
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Bec and Hayley talk about the editing process and how to source sounds to finalise your podcast audio for release.
For more like SYN Media on Facebook, follow them on Instagram or subscribe to their YouTube channel.
Calligraphy Workshop
In a time where most writing is done through computer font, calligraphy allows us to be unique and express our own personal styles. Camilo Delgado is a young Colombian street artist with over eight years experience in painting murals in Colombia and in Australia. In this six part series, Camilo reveals the beauty of calligraphy and how you can master this art form to express yourself.
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This is the first video in a six part series which will teach you a new style to practice at home.
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Camilo Delgado reveals the beauty of calligraphy and how you can master this art form to express yourself.
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Camilo take you through another calligraphy style to try out at home.
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Camilo demonstrates a new Calligraphy style for you to try out and practice while at home.
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Camilo show how to bring together all the you have learnt to create a piece of art.
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In this sixth and final workshop, Camilo brings together everything that has been learnt so far to create your own calligraphy.