The projects illustrate how community arts is undertaken within Canada, the United States, Great Britain and Australia. Each project is different, yet there are similarities that represent the principles and processes discussed in the first part of this book. All of these projects illustrate the many interpretations and applications of community arts.
Each project includes:
Background
- Who are the members of the community?
- How is the community defined by itself or others?
- What characteristics of the community give it its sense of identity and common purpose?
County Galway Community Arts Network.
Project
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What is the nature of the project, how was it conceived and what were its objectives?
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Why were artists and artistic expression selected to achieve the objective or outcome.
Process
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How was the collaborative process between artists and community carried out?
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How did the community participate in the project s initiation, design and creation?
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How was the project supported by community, the private and/or public sector and others
Outcome
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How was the project or activity received by the community and the public?
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What were some of the effects of the project for the immediate community and others?
