Not to be missed 🎧 Sit back, grab a brew, and immerse yourself in the captivating world of microscopic art! 🌍 🔬 🔊 Listen here: Messiah Community Podcast with Michael James Lorin https://lnkd.in/eqV_q7Hm A big shoutout to The Messiah Community Radio Talk Show 👋 for featuring me and other high-profile guests, including authors, scholars, and celebrities. Their interviews are packed with life-changing insights designed for your enjoyment and personal growth. #podcast #messiah #radio #interview
The Wigan Foundation
Primary and Secondary Education
Birmingham, England 98 followers
The Wigan Foundation empowers every school child with the tools and inspiration to dream big and set bold goals.
About us
anything is possible The Wigan Foundation empowers every school child with the tools and inspiration to dream big, set bold goals, and embark on their journey towards their brightest future, while nurturing a deep appreciation for how small things matter. small things matter As a not-for-profit community interest company, our goal is to provide teachers and schools with resources and direct access to Dr. Willard Wigan MBE, guiding young people to find brighter futures through goal-setting and pursuing their dreams. Our work is funded by a combination of grants and donations. everything big starts small We are dedicated to highlighting the extraordinary achievements of Dr. Willard Wigan, a world-renowned micro-sculptor whose works have captivated audiences globally. Dr. Wigan's story is one of perseverance, creativity, and triumph over adversity. By sharing his journey, we hope to inspire and empower the next generation to believe in themselves and their potential. goals and dreams We offer downloadable lesson materials for educators and a library of video assets to enrich classroom activities, accompanied by opportunities to meet with Dr. Willard Wigan digitally and in person with onsite workshops. Our comprehensive resources are designed to enhance the educational experience, offering unique insights and hands-on opportunities that inspire and engage students. be involved We're excited to invite you to join in, as participants, volunteers, or to donate. Together, let's create a brighter future for our young people, inspiring them to pursue their dreams and achieve their goals, whatever they may be. Your support can make a profound difference in shaping their futures. Join us today and be a part of something meaningful!
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www.thewiganfoundation.com
External link for The Wigan Foundation
- Industry
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Birmingham, England
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2023
- Specialties
- Neurodiversity, Community, Education Programs, Building Futures, FAAIR, and Public Speaker
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Primary
Get directions
Summer Row
181-183
Birmingham, England, GB
Employees at The Wigan Foundation
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🗓️ Mark Your Diaries—This One’s Not to Be Missed! 🎙️✨ Episode Drops: October 29 at 9 am EST on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube (Always in Escrow). Dr Willard Wigan MBE had an incredible time during his interview with the brilliant hosts of Always in Escrow, Sarina and Colby. This dynamic duo - Colby Berchin, an award-winning South Florida Realtor, and Sarina Appel, an NYC-based publicist for amazing brands and people - brought so much energy and passion to the conversation. The stories shared truly moved us, and we can't wait for you to experience it! 📲 Make sure to follow: @alwaysinescrowpodcast @colbyberchin @sarinanyc @sarina_appel_nyc_pr 🔥 Don’t miss the Instagram Live with Willard on October 30 at 1 pm EST / 6 pm UK - 10 minutes of quick-fire questions from YOU, the audience! We can’t wait to share this experience with you all! Interview Dr Willard Wigan MBE - Contact: Brian Fretwell Email me at media@willardwiganart.com or www.willardwiganmbe.com #AlwaysInEscrow #WillardWigan #PodcastInterview #MicroscopicArt #SaveTheDate #Inspiration
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A celebration of strength, precision, and determination, all brought to life on the tip of a needle. Dr Willard WIgan MBE is thrilled to unveil one of his latest microscopic creations: Eddie Small breaking out of the Eye of a Needle. 🏋️🥇💪 Inspired by Eddie Hall’s iconic 2016 deadlift of 500kg at the Giants Live Europe’s Strongest Man, and his historic win at the 2017 World’s Strongest Man, ending Britain’s 24-year wait for a champion, this piece captures the raw power and resilience that defined Eddie’s journey. 💪 This microscopic masterpiece shows “Eddie Small” breaking free from a needle, sporting Hall's signature hairstyle and wearing 24-carat gold chains. I painstakingly painted his tattoos using a tiny brush I crafted from a single hair. Each intricate detail took countless hours of focus and dedication, as I worked to capture the true essence of strength and perseverance. 🏋️ Inspired by the story of Samson, a man of legendary strength, Eddie Small symbolises the power of pushing beyond limitations. Strength isn’t just physical - it’s mental, emotional, and spiritual. It’s about setting a goal, having a purpose, and working relentlessly toward it. Whether you're competing to be the World’s Strongest Man or trying to become the next world’s greatest micro-sculptor, it demands grit, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment. 💪 Achieving greatness isn’t instant. It’s built step by step, hour by hour. Every goal - whether it’s lifting weights or crafting art under a microscope - starts with small actions. As motivational speaker, Jim Rohn said: “Let others lead small lives, but not you. Let others argue over small things, but not you. Let others cry over small hurts, but not you.” Only you can drive yourself to greatness, breaking free of the chains that hold you back. Dream big, set goals, and be unstoppable. 💪 Thanks, Willard Wigan & Brian Fretwell Team Willard Wigan Art #microsculpture #art #sculpture #Goals #TheWiganFoundation
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Monday Movie 🎬🐞 A beautifully cinematic film that highlights the South West Blue Ground Beetle species recovery project. "Bugs and insects may be small in size, but their significance in our world is immense. They are the unsung heroes of our ecosystem, often overlooked but vital to our survival. Buglife unwavering dedication to protecting these incredible creatures is truly inspiring. Their energy and efforts to conserve even the tiniest of species, like the South West Blue Ground Beetle, remind us that every life, no matter how small, deserves our attention and care, small things matter." - Dr Willard Wigan MBE #Insects #Bugs #NaturalWorld #Biodiversity #SmallThingsMatter
During 2022, Buglife Senior Conservation Officer, Laura, was joined by emerging wildlife filmmaker and cameraman, Chinmay Puranik, whilst carrying out Blue Ground Beetle surveys in Devon. 🎬 Chinmay has since created a film as part of his MA in Wildlife Documentary Production at the The University of Salford which has been screened at both the FIIN - International Festival of Nature Image in Portugal and the Max Sir International Film Festival in Ukraine. 🪲 Winners are yet to be announced but we would like to wish Chinmay the very best of luck and thank him for his wonderfully cinematic film featuring the South West Blue Ground Beetle species recovery project. Check out the trailer below. (Full short film can be viewed on the Buglife YouTube Channel ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e85H24Xp) . . 🎥©️ Chinmay Puranik / Voice Over Artist - Jacob Burley / Animation Artists - Ananya Ramesh . . #BlueGroundBeetle #SpeciesRecovery #Collaboration Natural England
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Do you need a boost of inspiration? 💡 Why not Chat with Dr. Willard Wigan MBE, the world-renowned microscopic artist? 🖌️✨ Simply head over to the official Willard Wigan website and book your Online Virtual Meet. Connect with Willard via Zoom and get inspired by his incredible journey and insights. Don't miss this chance to engage with one of the most creative minds! 🚀 www.willardwiganmbe.com | DM Brian - media@willardwiganart.com #MotivationalMonday #WillardWigan #Inspiration #BookNow #VirtualMeet
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What an incredible initiative! Congratulations to the Eden Project and Canary Wharf Group on the launch of Eden Dock - it's inspiring to see such a creative solution addressing the vital need for biodiversity in urban spaces. 🌱 Post Credit: Follow the Eden Project #UrbanOasis #Biodiversity #NatureInTheCity #EdenDock #WiganFoundation
We're very proud to announce that we've been working in partnership with Canary Wharf Group to launch a first-of-its-kind, urban oasis in the heart of the Wharf. The green haven, named Eden Dock, will have a significant positive impact on biodiversity, creating more opportunities for people to connect with nature. Cities face unprecedented challenges in balancing growth while protecting the environment. By 2050, 70% of the world’s population is expected to live in cities. Over the last five decades wildlife populations have fallen by 69%. If biodiversity loss is to be tackled, cities need to be part of the solution. Eden Dock is a blueprint for biodiversity and habitat gain for cities around the world. To mark the launch, a living artwork, Nature Rising features over 20 living figures made of ligustrum – a flowering shrub – dotted around the dock.
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Inspired by nature, real stories of how it's helped us be more positive and mindful. Thank you The Wildlife Trusts #Nature #Mindful #Outdoor #Fun #FreeFromPhones
Real stories, real impact. How has nature helped you? Here are a few ways lives have taken a positive turn thanks to nature. Show your support for more #SocialPrescribing this #WorldPostcardDay by sending your GP surgery a free postcard 👉 https://lnkd.in/eydJBDhx
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Thanks, WWF-UK for reminding us that today is World Gorilla Day! 🦍 Today, we celebrate the incredible gorillas and the beauty of the natural world. Let’s make some noise 🗣️, beat our chests 🦍, and send positive energy to these majestic creatures and those protecting them. "Small actions make a big impact. Every effort counts in protecting gorillas and preserving their world. - Willard Wigan 🌍🦍" With gratitude, Willard & Team 🙏💚 #SmallThingsMatter #ProtectGorillas #conservation #nature #WorldGorillaDay
This World Gorilla Day, we’re counting on increasing numbers! 🦍 Back in 2018, the Bwindi-Sarambwe Mountain Gorilla Census recorded 1,063 mountain gorillas worldwide. 🌎 Now, six years later, it's time for a recount! How are the populations doing today? 🔍 During the count, teams will be deployed into mountain gorilla habitat to search for signs of activity for two weeks at a time. The full ‘sweep’ is expected to take around 2 months to complete. “We hope to see an increase in the number of mountain gorillas and the number of other mammals in the gorilla habitat” - Jean Paul Hirwa, Deputy Director of International Gorilla Conservation Programme #WorldGorillaDay #Gorilla #Conservation
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When you are boarded and wondering what to do why not check out the WWF event page and find something to do? Small Things Matter - Having Fun
With 46 Wildlife Trusts across the country there are always plenty of events going on... 🏖️ Beach cleans 🦔 🦇 Weekly bat and hedgehog walks 📸 Wild photography for beginners There is something for everyone so why not find an event near you today 👉 https://wtru.st/4e69SSV
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Four More Magnificent Microscopic Masterpieces by Willard Wigan: 1. Huf House 2. Burj Khalifa 3. Millionaire House 4. Silver Skyline Which one is your favourite? 🏙️✨ Looking for something truly extraordinary to elevate your brand? Why not consider a show-stopping masterpiece - a unique attraction that will leave you and your customers in awe? Each piece is small yet incredibly powerful, crafted with the precision and magic that only Willard Wigan can deliver. For bespoke or commissioned microscopic art, please reach out to Brian Fretwell at Team Willard Wigan Art. Together, we can create something unforgettable! 🌟 #buildings #Architecture #smallthingsmatter #willardwigan #thewiganfoundation
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