Who we are
Albatross Arts
Albatross Arts is an organisation that breaks down access barriers to the arts. We support people by providing inclusive, high quality creative opportunities and taking on social challenges together in order to benefit communities. We support people to explore their potential and realise the power of their own creativity.
Our Story
Most of us have an albatross holding us back from being the best version of ourselves. We have a genuine interest in people and inspiring them to feel more empowered, resilient and positive about their life situation.
As an ambitious Social Enterprise, we exist to make a difference. Born out of lived experience of working across the creative industries & third sector, we were founded in 2020 to address the growing need for quality arts & wellbeing projects to address societal challenges.
We specialise in supporting businesses and communities to nurture cultures of connectedness and foster collective wellbeing. We facilitate shared experiences so individuals, teams and communities can succeed.
The best part: By purchasing our services to create positive change within your organisation, you’ll also help drive meaningful social impact in the wider community.
Our “pay it forward” goal is to provide free ‘Creative Boost’ toolkits to every dementia care setting in Scotland by 2030. The toolkits have been designed to support activity coordinators and carers. Each kit includes 12 accessible visual art and craft activities, complete with video instructions and a shopping list for easily sourced materials.
Our Philosophy
Inspire change – make connections – empower people.
Creating meaningful social impact is at the heart of everything we do.
● Inclusive: Everyone is included, everyone is supported, everyone is valued
● Ethical: promote equal opportunities
● Integrity: advocate and embody social leadership
● Agents of change: share our impact to inform research & influence policy
● Environmental: mindfully minimise our impact
“The gardener does not make a plant grow.
The job of a gardener is to create optimal conditions.”
- Sir Ken Robinson
Wellbeing
We nurture and support individuals, empowering them to reach their full potential.
Creativity
Creativity is at the heart of what we do—our approach is inspirational, ethical, and driven by a commitment to quality.
Impact
We drive positive change through meaningful conversations and gentle rebellions that challenge the status quo in constructive and transformative ways.
Fun
We believe in fostering growth mindsets through playful interventions, ensuring that fun is integral to everything we do.
Who we work with
Our work has no boundaries in terms of age, ability or background. We work with a range of corporate clients as well as Third, Fourth and Public sector organisations and private clients.
We create a customised fit for your organisational needs, supporting the workforce to become more connected and resilient. Investing in the wellbeing of employees is essential to the success of organisations. More than ever, workforces are disjointed and there is a need to recreate the spontaneity of office life and the ability to connect with colleagues on a more human level.
From an inter-departmental creative collaborative project to turning your board room into a printroom for an employee family event - we love a corporate challenge!
We work with organisations large and small, UK wide through community outreach projects and as in-house service providers. Through our specialist knowledge and shared ideology, we work with you and your client group to understand the challenges you wish to address and the social impact you wish to make. We create accessible, engaging, multidisciplinary programmes that get results.
- Health and care settings will reap the capacity benefits of social prescribing as a strategic and preventative approach
- Schools / colleges address the attainment & wellbeing challenge
- Supporting the workforce to become more connected and resilient practitioners or tackling social challenges within a sector
Albatross Arts supports private clients to explore their potential and realise the power of their own creativity. We break down barriers and allow people to access transformational learning experiences. We provide inclusive, high quality creative opportunities, either in-person or virtually, for people within the private sector.
Our Impact
Partner with Us to Create Lasting Positive Change in Your Organisation and the Wider Community.
By partnering with us, you’ll drive meaningful social change while enhancing your organisation’s impact. Our “Pay It Forward” initiative aims to provide free Creative Boost Toolkits to every dementia care setting in Scotland by 2030. These toolkits are designed to support activity coordinators and carers with 12 accessible visual art and craft activities, complete with video instructions and a shopping list for easily sourced materials.
We’re committed to environmentally conscious, fair practices, including aiming to pay Scottish Artists Union rates and investing in the next generation of Creative Facilitators. Additionally, we collaborate with other social enterprises, amplifying our collective impact and creating a ripple effect of positive change.
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What we offer
We offer workshops, events and ongoing creative programming which connects people through reflective and playful shared experiences. We work collaboratively to provide innovative and inclusive approaches to engagement. We offer a safe space for self-expression and conversations. Enabling individuals to be more self aware and empowered. We can support individuals and organisations to confront social and environmental challenges, explore values, celebrate success and communicate their stories.
We do not shy away from tackling the big issues!
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