Preparation
Step-by-step instructions
1
Introduction
- Present the overall purpose of the artistic intervention.
- Explore the value of art as a community-building tool.
2
Exploration of the space
- Conduct a collective walk to observe and document the space.
- Share impressions, emotions, memories, and needs.
3
Definition of the theme
- Choose a theme that represents the group’s interests (identity, history, nature, diversity, etc.).
- Use visual resources, prompt cards, or creative activities for inspiration.
4
Collective design
- Divide into teams based on areas of the space or artistic technique.
- Create sketches and plan materials and timelines.
5
Space intervention
- Carry out the artistic intervention as planned.
- Document the process through photos, video, and storytelling.
6
Celebration and exchange
- Organize a walk-through, event, or guided tour to showcase the artworks.
- Hold a group reflection on the experience and the impact of the process.
Materials
Paints, rollers, brushes, chalk, spray paint
Mosaics, ceramics, fabrics, wood, LED lights
Basic assembly tools (nails, hammers, glue, etc.)
Posters, paper, markers for planning
Cameras or smartphones for visual documentation
Recyclable materials
Practical recommendations
Obtain the necessary permits before intervening in the space.
Involve the community from the very beginning of the process.
Ensure the safety and accessibility of all elements.
Select materials that are weather-resistant and suitable for public use.
Encourage the inclusion of people of all ages and abilities.
Clean up and leave the space in good condition after the activity is completed.
Inspiration
Possible spaces to intervene:
- Community pathways
- Neighborhood plazas and parks
- Staircases and murals in narrow streets
- School or hospital gardens
- Unused sports courts or recreational areas
- Sidewalks and underused street corners
- Community facades
- Hallways or corridors in public buildings
- Pedestrian bridges or bus stops
- Cultural centers or cooperatives
Ideas for intervening in the space:
- Collective murals with community phrases
- Sensory stations with textures or sounds
- Art installations using recycled objects
- Painted floor games for children
- Birdhouses or sculptures in trees
- Shared book boxes
- Signs with neighborhood stories
- Creative lighting with solar-powered lights
- Walkways decorated with mosaics or colors
- Footprints of participants with painted names or handprints
