Rosa Chiara Scalici, Illustrator and Storyteller

I create and lead workshops for children, combining the reading of picture books with creative interactions. We deal with the concept of meaning beyond simplistic statements such as “good/bad”, we explore shapes and colors, venture into engaging stories, and abandon all “judgment” because it limits children’s expression within certain aesthetic canons. In my workshops we welcome free-wheeling, coloring “outside the lines” and all forms of storytelling and artistic expression.

I create workshops for people of all ages. We share words and stories allowing us to open internal dialogues and discussion spaces within ourselves and with the others. We create together by putting emotions and impressions on paper and recycled materials with paints, pencils and scissors. We rethink ways to express ourselves and to hear our voices.  We explore what each individual brings to the table and follow the flow of the group. We address some issues that are particularly close to my heart such as the respect for the environment, human rights, and gender equality.