Art & creative products
Explore creative ideas, digital illustration and products developed through Ch11mp Ltd.
Art. Creative projects. Community.
Make art.
Find your people.
Be yourself.
Art, creative products and community experiences from Ch11mp Ltd and Ch11mp Creative CIC. Based in Herne Bay and Margate, Kent.
ROOTED IN HERNE BAY & THANET · OPEN TO POSSIBILITY
A little creativity.
A lot of possibility.
A lot of possibility.
CH11MP LTD + CH11MP CREATIVE CIC
Creative expression. Community connection.
01 / Our story
Everyone has
something
to express.
Sometimes it starts with a paintbrush. Sometimes a printed word, a shared story or an object given a second life.
Ch11mp Creative CIC creates opportunities to make, explore and connect. Founded by artist Craig King, our work brings practical creativity into community spaces, helping people take part at their own pace and in their own way.
We are building a place for creative expression, confidence and belonging — whether you’re a young person finding your voice, an older person sharing a memory, or someone looking for connection.
Start a conversation ↗Ch11mp Ltd
Creative ideas.
Made real.
The commercial side of Ch11mp brings together creative products, design ideas and project development.
Commissions & projects
Start a conversation about artwork, a mural, a design brief or a creative project for your space or organisation.
A clear route for your enquiry
Craig will confirm whether your brief sits with Ch11mp Ltd, Ch11mp Creative CIC or his independent artist practice before a proposal is agreed.
02 / Find your starting point
Different ways
to make a mark.
One-off sessions and longer programmes, shaped around your group. Bring curiosity; we’ll work with you on the rest.
01
Design · Print · Express
Words We Wear™
Turn words, thoughts and personal stories into a T-shirt you can wear. A practical invitation to explore identity and creative self-expression.
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Painting · Conversation
Paint & connect
Relaxed painting and creative wellbeing sessions, with room for a conversation, a shared memory or simply time to make something.
Let’s talk →03
Colour · Texture · Discovery
Gel printing
Explore layers, patterns and unexpected marks through experimental printmaking. A playful starting point, with no drawing experience needed.
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Design · Cut · Create
Stencil & spray
Develop a design and bring it to life through stencil art, using acrylic spray paints with appropriate supervision and safety arrangements.
Let’s talk →05
Upcycling · Sustainable making
Make something new
See the possibility in an overlooked object. Furniture upcycling and reuse workshops combine practical creativity with a fresh perspective.
Let’s talk →06
Reminiscence · Shared stories
Memory & storytelling
Creative prompts for older people, care settings and community groups, shaped around participants’ interests, experiences and pace.
Let’s talk →Activity formats, staffing, venue requirements and access arrangements are agreed before each booking.
03 / Creativity with a community purpose
A creative business.
A community mission.
Ch11mp Creative CIC is a registered Community Interest Company, limited by guarantee.
Our purpose is to connect communities through creativity. We develop inclusive workshops, creative wellbeing activities and community projects, with a focus on helping people who face barriers to taking part.
REGISTERED 20 JULY 2026Company no. 17341101
Participation comes first
Choice, encouragement and a welcoming atmosphere. No pressure to produce a perfect piece of art.
Access matters
We discuss individual needs and adapt delivery with partners. Funding and sponsorship can help remove cost barriers.
Care in how we work
Safeguarding, inclusion and safe delivery guide our planning. You can download our policies below.
Built together
We welcome conversations with schools, care settings, community groups, local authorities and businesses.
IN DEVELOPMENT · FUNDING SOUGHT
A proposed programme for 2027
Words We Wear
Creative Futures.
Six months of creative exploration for disadvantaged and vulnerable young people aged 13–18 in Herne Bay and Thanet.
The proposed programme revisits three activities twice, giving young people room to experiment, develop ideas and celebrate their work in a final community exhibition.
Explore a partnership ↗- JAN + APRWords We Wear
T-shirt design, printing and self-expression
- FEB + MAYGel Printing
Colour, texture and experimental printmaking
- MAR + JUNStencil & Spray Painting
Stencil artwork using acrylic spray paints only
- JUNEA shared celebration
An exhibition for participants, families and invited guests
Planned for January–June 2027, subject to funding and delivery arrangements. Places and dates are not yet open for booking.
The artist behind CH11MP
Craig King.
Working as CH11MP.
Painting, digital illustration and stencil experiments. A practice exploring self-expression, character and the questions that connect an image to human experience.
Craig’s individual art practice sits alongside the community work of Ch11mp Creative CIC. Explore a selection of his earlier work and his ideas for future projects.
Explore selected works ↗04 / Help make it happen
Good things happen
when we collaborate.
Have a group, a space or an idea? There are practical ways to help creativity reach more people.
Commission a workshop
Bring a one-off session or a longer programme to your school, care setting, community group or organisation.
Get in touch ↗Support community access
Sponsor materials, sessions or participant places. We can discuss a contribution linked to a clear community purpose.
Get in touch ↗Build something together
Explore venues, referrals, outreach and shared delivery. Tell us about the people you support and what they need.
Get in touch ↗A few useful answers
Curious?
You’re welcome.
Do I need to be good at art?
No. Our sessions encourage exploration and personal choice. We adapt activities to the group, and you do not need previous artistic experience.
Who are the workshops for?
Our wider CIC mission welcomes different ages, backgrounds and abilities. Individual programmes may focus on a particular group, such as young people, adults with additional needs or older people. We discuss suitability and access before booking.
Where do sessions take place?
We are based in Herne Bay, with workshop and studio space in Margate. We can discuss delivery in community venues, schools, care settings and partner organisations across Kent. Venue suitability is agreed for each activity.
How much does a programme cost?
Our existing guide prices are £300 for a discovery workshop, £1,710 for six sessions and £3,180 for twelve sessions. Bespoke programmes are quoted individually. Scope, materials, access requirements and any additional charges are confirmed in writing before booking. Funded community places depend on each programme’s funding and eligibility.
Can a business or organisation get involved?
Yes. You can commission a programme, sponsor materials or participant places, offer a suitable venue, or explore a delivery partnership. Contact Craig to discuss what would be useful for your community.
Can I read your policies?
Yes. All nine policies are available as PDF downloads in the Policies section below, alongside the complete Word document pack. Contact us if you need another format or would like to discuss access or support needs.
Ch11mp Creative CIC policies
Clear commitments.
Open to everyone.
These policies apply to Ch11mp Creative CIC’s community activities. Read how the CIC approaches safe, inclusive and responsible delivery. Policy copies from our October 2026 suite; next review due October 2027.
Safeguarding
Protecting children and adults at risk, including responsibilities and reporting concerns.
Read PDF ↗Download PDF ↓Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Fair treatment, access and a welcoming environment for everyone.
Read PDF ↗Download PDF ↓Health & Safety
Planning safe activities, assessing risks and responding to incidents.
Read PDF ↗Download PDF ↓Data Protection
How we handle personal information, consent, security and individual rights.
Read PDF ↗Download PDF ↓Complaints Procedure
How to raise a concern and what to expect from our response.
Read PDF ↗Download PDF ↓Volunteer Policy
Recruitment, support, responsibilities and boundaries for volunteers.
Read PDF ↗Download PDF ↓Environmental Policy
Responsible purchasing, creative reuse and reducing waste.
Read PDF ↗Download PDF ↓Communications Policy
Accurate, accessible communication and responsible use of images and stories.
Read PDF ↗Download PDF ↓Financial Management
Financial oversight, records, spending and restricted funds.
Read PDF ↗Download PDF ↓The complete policy suite
All nine Word documents in one ZIP download.
Need a different format or have a question? Contact Craig at ch11mpltd@gmail.com. To raise a concern, please follow the Complaints Procedure above.
05 / Start a conversation
What could
we create together?
For workshops, community programmes, partnerships and sponsorship, get in touch with Craig. For commissioned artwork or a creative project, use our dedicated commissions contact page.