Thank you. Thank you. Thank you
Thanks to the care and creativity of our Curious Motion family, in 2020 we launched Calderdale’s very own gallery of mindful videos, incorporating dance and movement.
The collection of One Minute Motions films was launched on World Mental Health Day 2020 – it’s free to view and was created to boost mental wellbeing among the Calderdale community and beyond.
This project was created in response to the pandemic. Every one of us has been spending less time making memories with our loved ones. It can feel lonely and worrying. The One Minute Motions project reminds us that we are all connected.
In September 2020, wonderful people submitted their one-minute film creations, supporting the mental health of others. Each piece in the gallery has a unique feel; some are relaxing, others are upbeat. Some focus on the wonder of nature; others celebrate the freedom of music and movement. Each submission is one of a kind, just like the person that made it, and we are thrilled to be able to share it with you.
A minute is all it takes to calm your mind and body. So, instead of using a meditation or mindfulness app on your phone or watch today, why not try something new? Take a look at the One Minute Motions gallery, made with love for the greater good of Calderdale.
With love,
Sam and the team at Curious Motion
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Thanks to the care and creativity of our Curious Motion family, we have launched Calderdale’s very own gallery of mindful videos, incorporating dance and movement. Wonderful people from across Calderdale and beyond have submitted their one-minute film creations, supporting the mental health of others.
Each submission is one of a kind, just like the person that made it, and we are thrilled to be able to share it with you.
Calm, Happy, Lightness, Refreshed
Susan, aged 64, from Hebden Bridge
Inspired by David Hockney’s iconic painting A Bigger Splash. I love being in the water, swimming pools especially.
Energy, Grounded
Marc, aged 61, from Hebden Bridge
Autumn sunshine, keeping fit, staying on track.
Energy, Inspired
Rob, aged 56, from Halifax
I thought the movement of hands and fingers playing a guitar might make an interesting film.
Calm, Refreshed, Tranquil
Fiona, aged 68, from Elland
Walking and blackberrying along the Caledonian canal with my daughter, we came across this lovely stream.
Calm, Grounded, Refreshed, Tranquil
Matt, aged 32, from Halifax
Breathe, release, refresh.
Energy, Happy, Inspired
Sarah from Pennine Magpie, aged 26, from Halifax
A Million Dreams, featured in The Greatest Showman, is a song we love here at Pennine Magpie. Service-user, Sarah, has signed along to this special song.
Calm, Grounded, Tranquil
Anne, aged 67, from St. Neots
Tingling toes experience the warm green grass directly, a cushion to explore with the muscles of the feet, enhancing wellbeing throughout the body.
Energy, Happy, Inspired, Lightness
Piedad, aged 32, from London
A little boogie while making tea with one of my favourite mugs!
Energy, Happy, Inspired
Max, aged 7, from Kenilworth
Sometimes when you hear music, you just have to dance. Move how you want to. It will make you smile.
Energy, Happy, Refreshed
Faye, aged 35, from Kenilworth
I liked the idea of just using my hand to create a fun film. Sometimes you don’t want to get up and dance, but stretching your hands and arms can be enough to feel refreshed.
Happy
Anne, aged 67, from St. Neots
Ladybird exploring the environment – twisting and turning to experience all spaces.
Calm, Lightness, Tranquil
Samantha, aged 35, from Halifax
Move with the clouds as they float gently above.
The gallery is always open for more videos! Here’s everything you need to know:
Then send it across via wetransfer to hello@curiousmotion.org.uk – make sure to include your name and the name of your film so we can match it up to your registration.
TOP TIPS
Let your creativity flow and have fun.
Think about how you want to make people feel when they watch your video. Imagine just one person viewing your film – what do you want them to experience?
Here are some themes to get you started:
You can use lighting, furniture, costume and props if you want to.
Are you going to be in your film? Someone else? Lots of people? No one? It’s up to you.
You can use sound and music. Just make sure any music is copyright-free. YouTube Audio Library is a great resource.
Keep your camera steady – pop it on top of some books/boxes or use a tripod.
The Coronavirus Community Support Fund, distributed by The National Lottery Community Fund.
Community Foundation for Calderdale
Adventure Programme
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