Earth Children: creative play for all ages

A hands-on workshop and evolving art installation, where everyone is invited to build, play and connect with nature – through mud.

Inspired by ancient building practices, you’ll get to work with cob – a squishy, sculptable mix of earth, sand, water and straw that’s fun to play with and kind to the planet.

Sculpt giant mud creatures, engineer a tiny cob house, or just enjoy the simple joy of squishing earth through your fingers. Add your creations to our growing cob metropolis, race handmade earth balls through a mini obstacle course, or design your own muddy masterpiece.

Led by a team of artists, architects and sculptors with a passion for sustainability and community art, Earth Children is a playful space where imagination and curiosity run wild and mess is absolutely encouraged (but not required!).

Come get gloriously muddy these school holidays at Fed Square!

Event details

Suitable for ages 3+
Some walk-ins will be available for each session, subject to availability.
All building materials are provided, and there will be a washing station to clean up.
As this is a muddy activity, you’re advised to wear clothes that you don’t mind getting a little dirty!
Children must be supervised at all times.

About Serenekitchen

Serene (Kiat Chen) Lau is a Chinese Malaysian artist raised in Brunei and based in Melbourne. Working across community arts, sequential art, and fine art illustration, her practice centres on storytelling, sustainability, and socially engaged creativity. Whether through comics, workshops, or public art projects, Serene creates opportunities for playful connection with the environment.

Visit Serene’s website: https://serenekitchen.art/