The Project: This involves working remotely with families in the community facilitating them to express their creativity through designing masquerade-type masks capturing themes that are critical at this time. (For this project we define family as a single person, or several persons living in the same house, they may be related or not. i.e. a traditional family or blended family) 

How it came about: The project came about as a result of discussions about how family’s voices could be expressed both creatively and remotely at a time that is challenging for many. 

What it hopes to achieve: The aim is to involve 8 families in designing 16 masks that can be displayed in business premises/educational or cultural premises in Mullingar.

How it is organised: Families will be invited to take part in the project – no previous artistic experience will be required. Individual art kits that include masks, paints, glue, etc will be assembled and distributed/posted to each family. Each kit will have a theme e.g. hope, trust, strength, gratitude, freedom. Short online tutorials will be made available to support participants. Participants will be encouraged to return the masks for exhibition. 

Who is involved: Women’s Community Projects Mullingar, families associated with the WCP, artist Patricia Gallagher, drama therapist Una Egan.

Please note that the details of events listed above are provided by the relevant Local Authorities.