Adventure 7

       In class the evening of March 8, we learned about adaptive art equipment and how to make our own adaptions to supplies that we may already have.  Before coming to class we had to look up adaptive art equipment to share with the class.  Out of pure coincidence we as a class ended up with research from the same websites. These links are added at the bottom of this post. 
      Our in class activity included adapting art supplies that was provided to us. An examples of art equipment that we practiced adapting was; using a cup to make a larger handle.  It was also interesting to see what other groups had come up with, because when we ended up sharing our ideas, I saw multiple ideas that were very similar.  One of the other adapted crafts that we made was
using bubble wrap to make a roller and using bigger handles.  This would make the object easier to use.   Out of cardboard, hemp and tape we were able to create a paintbrush in which individuals could use if they did not have the ability to use their arms. 

Having this experience was great. After learning about this activity in class, I will be able to apply it to my life if I ever need to adapt anything.  This activity has made me feel more confident and comfortable in doing so. At the end of this activity we shared all of the adaptions that we came up with. It was inspiring to see the number of creative ideas that our class was able to come up with.

One of our classmates built a very interesting contraption using cardboard, yarn, an egg crate and markers.  It goes on the front of someones wheelchair and allows them to draw while using their chair.  Although it did not work every time, it allowed the individual to have the Independence of doing it themselves.  I think this is huge and important because the fun of using ones own object that he or she created can bring a smile to any participants face.  Every week, I leave this class in surprise with how amazingly creative my fellow classmates truly are.  I feel, very grateful to be in this class and learning a plethora of ideas next to my fellow classmates which I will be able to use in the future.

adapted art equipment links:
http://www.zotartz.com/assets/files/printcat.pdf

http://www.infinitec.org/learn/art/artequipment.htm