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Create and Connect: Inclusive Process Art Workshops Supporting Creative Health in the Community
This project will deliver a series of process-art based creativity workshops for adults with learning disabilities, in partnership with Brothers of Charity Services Ireland, based in the Dolmen Centre, Kinvara.
It will consist of a 7 week blocks of weekly workshops. Each session will last approximately 90 minutes and will focus on sensory, exploratory, and participant led art making, rather than outcome driven or skills based instruction. Activities will include painting, printmaking, drawing, collage, clay, and mixed media work, using a wide range of high quality and accessible materials.
Workshops will be adapted to suit varying abilities and support needs, with an emphasis on choice, autonomy, and enjoyment. *Support staff will be present, and activities will be designed collaboratively with them to ensure a safe, inclusive environment.
The project aims to support creative wellbeing, self expression, and social connection, while affirming the right of adults with learning disabilities to meaningful cultural participation.
Please note that the details of events listed above are provided by the relevant Local Authorities.