Public Consultation: New Strategic Arts Plan for Carlow
Carlow Arts Service has commenced the consultation phase in preparation for the development of a New Strategic Arts Plan for County Carlow.
This short online survey will give you an opportunity to focus your views and comments in relation to what the priorities for strategic developments for the Arts in Carlow might be in the coming years.
What is Art and Creativity?
Art can be thought of as the expression of human creative skill and imagination to reflect, perhaps, beauty or emotion in a visual form.
Ireland’s Arts Act 2003 suggests those forms can include architecture, dance, film, literature, music, opera, poetry, street art, street spectacle and circus, theatre, verbal arts and visual art; including all aspects of contemporary arts practice such as performance, live art, multimedia, video sound art, etc.
The United Nations defines creativity as the ability to develop and express new ideas. It often connects us with others on an emotional level, and inspires actions that create change.
Carlow Arts Service Core Values
Inclusivity:
A commitment to ensuring that arts experiences are accessible, relevant, and welcoming to all communities and demographics across Carlow, embracing the county's rich diversity.
This value addresses the need to reach all residents, regardless of background, identity, or location.
Collaboration:
Prioritising and actively fostering partnership working with individual artists, arts organisations, grassroots community groups, and other local authority departments to maximise collective impact.
This approach recognises that shared efforts yield greater results.
Innovation:
Encouraging and supporting the exploration of new artistic practices, challenging creative boundaries, and developing innovative solutions to local challenges through artistic means.
This value drives forward-thinking and creative problem-solving.
Sustainability:
Promoting environmental responsibility, social equity, and organisational resilience within the arts sector, ensuring its long-term viability and positive impact.
This commitment extends to ensuring the arts contribute to a flourishing and sustainable Carlow.
Excellence:
Upholding high standards in both artistic practice and the delivery of a local government arts services, building on the legacy of quality in the first 26 years of our work and exemplified by Carlow's flagship arts projects.
This value ensures that Carlow's arts offerings are of the highest calibre.
Accountability & Transparency:
Ensuring clear communication, responsible management of public funds, and measurable impact through robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
This commitment ensures public trust and effective resource utilization.
Further queries, please email: artsservice@carlowcoco.ie