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                    ArtPlay works with hundreds of artists every year. One thing they all share is that they are always learning from and about children, so we asked several artists to tell us about a moment that taught them something important.

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                    Puppeteer, Jenny Ellis, talks about children’s ownership of the creative process.
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                    Visual artist, Ana Rita Pires, explains the importance of planning for the unexpected.
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                    Improvised movement theatre teacher, Nick Papas, tells us about the vivid imaginations of children all over the world.
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                    Textile/design artist, Cat Badcock, explains that although children have great imaginations, they are also fascinated by the complexities of the world around them.
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                    Nigel Brown
                    Sound artist tells us how over-framing children's explorations can reduce their creativity.
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                    Sound improviser and experimental vocalist talks about how working with babies offers artists an opportunity to focus on each sensory moment.
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