As part of my Combine to Create residency with Findhorn Bay Arts (part of the Culture Collective programme) I established the Qreative Collective; a creative group for LGBTQ+ teens aged 13 - 18 years in Moray.

Based on one year of researching what was available and meeting young people across schools in Elgin, Lossiemouth, Forres, and Aberlour, I set up a group focusing on regular meet ups for young LGBTQ+ teens. The aims of the group were:

• reclaiming spaces in our towns and natural environment as young, queer people

• creating a safe space for young people to get together and get to know each other

• provide free, creative activities as a means of fostering creativity and encouraging self expression

• offering free transport to every workshop location and holding each workshop in different parts of Moray to ensure inclusivity and accessibility

• fostering a neurodiverse friendly environment