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Following government advice to stay inside, they gathered online for an introduction to Belfast by Jane and Ciara (PS²) and a Google Maps tour by Syllabus VII artist Kat. On Saturday, the artists facilitated a hybrid session for sharing practices;

Triangles of Sharing is a salon format for artists to collaborate and grow together. In groups of four the Syllabus artists and invited partners created a supportive space for sharing their creative work and processes. Each participant gets a dedicated 30 mins to present their ideas, challenges, or works-in-progress, with the group offering constructive feedback and support (cards from our NAE gathering will be available if prompts are needed, blank cards are also available to provide responses/feedback with).

Artists chose to discuss concepts, show artwork, explore creative blocks, or share emerging ideas. The goal was to create a generative space where creativity is nurtured, perspectives are expanded, and artists feel empowered to take risks in their practice. By rotating roles and maintaining an atmosphere of respect, the sharing becomes more than a critique session—it's a dynamic support system that helps artists develop their creative thinking and practice.

On Sunday, they used the format of Babaloose to share thoughts and ideas with the group as a whole with the prompt - if you like writing, try reading. If you like reading, try writing. They sat together for this time and created a space for each other.

Syllabus VII: PS2 24 to 26 January 2025