Discover how Mini Beasts can inspire children’s curiosity, creativity and imagination. Through my school visits, I combine my Snail Artist book with storytelling, drawing and science to help children explore the fascinating world of snails, butterflies, beetles and other tiny creatures. Perfect for Reception and Key Stage 1and 2 schools in Belfast and across Northern Ireland.
Discover The Snail Artist at W5 Belfast with artist and author Dawn Crothers. Explore the interactive exhibition, children's art activities, live drawing sessions and more.
I immediately fell in love with this magnificent giant. There was something incredibly powerful yet gentle about watching him, and I became fascinated by the thought that bears once roamed freely across the Irish landscape. The Eurasian brown bear was once native to Ireland, disappearing from the island thousands of years ago.
Creative experiences can be a powerful way to support employee wellbeing, team connection, engagement and positive workplace culture.
Dawn Crothers' Children's Summer Art Camps 2026 are back! Creative sessions for ages 8–14 in Belfast, covering painting, sculpture, animation, printmaking and more. Choose from 2-day (£75) or 3-day (£95) courses across July and August. Spaces are limited, book now!
