Carnival Crafts

• 11th May 2021
• Wellbeing Experiences |

WHO: CALLALOO CARNIVAL ARTS

Callaloo membership is diverse in age, ability, background & heritage. With expertise in a range of Carnival Art forms, we work together to make art which draws on different Carnival traditions. Our work is influenced by Afro-Caribbean Carnival, with a nod towards European & other Carnival Arts traditions, enabling people to tell their own stories using exciting, spectacular art. We make accessible, engaging work, including Mirfield Carnival Parade.

WHAT:  A choice of 5 different sessions making Carnival masks, fascinators or moths:

1. Session 1 – Paper Moths
   Using recycled papers and a variety of media, participants will make a collection of Paper Moths, inspired by the moths in Robert Macfarlane’s Book ‘The Lost Spells’.
   There will be an opportunity to share the finished work as part of a large installation in July 2021. 
2. Sessions 2, 3 and 4: Masks
   Using clay, paper mache and mixed media, participants will make and decorate a mask. This is an opportunity to explore feelings and experiences around masks and express them creatively.
3. Session 5 – Fascinator
   Using a sinamay base, and a selection of fabrics & haberdashery, participants will make a fabulous fascinator to wear at an event or party, to go shopping, or to put the bins out (that part’s up to you!)

WHERE: Mirfield

FIND OUT MORE: Callaloo Carnival Arts

CONTACT: Email Marina – info@callaloo-community.org