An initiative which encourages older people to engage in learning and creative activities has produced artwork for an exhibition in Aberdare.

Residents at the Cwmni Dda day centre in Trecynon, Aberdare, have produced art inspired by their visit to Cynon Valley museum and gallery.

Engage Cymru uses galleries as a basis for a variety of education schemes and have helped run this project.

The artwork can be seen at the museum this Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.

The day centre residents, many of whom suffer from dementia, have been involved in a ten week project working with Cardiff based artist and educator Louise Carey along with carers and museum staff.

They have used a range of techniques in their artwork including collage, print-making and decoration.

After the exhibition has finished their work will be permanently displayed in the foyer of the Cwmni Dda day centre.

Rhondda Cynon Taff councillor Robert Bevan welcomed the benefits of the art project.

"Opportunities to continue learning into older age have positive impacts on physical and mental health," he said.

"The Cynon Valley Museum and Cwmni Dda initiative demonstrates how perceived barriers for older people can be overcome."

The exhibition entitled "Creative Company" goes on show on Tuesday 13, Wednesday 14 and Friday 16 April 2010 at Cynon Valley Museum and Gallery.