The Maskala Project

The Maskala Project

A project about disguise protest and the seasons

Disguise and camouflage are used by protesters as tools for resistance, both practical and creative, making and wearing a mask helps us to act and move differently, to create change.

A mask can protect an individual or symbolise a message, challenging the systems of power and control. Our connection to the natural world, reminds us of our right to create, connect, and live well with our environment. Locally and globally around our world, nature, with its regulated pace, ability to heal and renew is inspiring.

Cornwall’s cultural heritage is rooted in traditions of costume and mask-wearing during its seasonal festivals. The turning of the seasons here, is a reminder of Cornwall’s autonomy and independence, a demonstration of its distinct identity.

Lisbon and Sustainable darkroom training in Chamusca

Lisbon and Sustainable darkroom training in Chamusca

I’d never been to Lisbon before, loads of galleries, saw so many fantastic and interesting pieces of art and artifacts. Scores of dada stuff that i had never seen in real life before at the Museum of Contemporary Art but loads of highlights, also great soap and hat shops. Sustainable darkroom training was fun, but the heat did overwhelm me by the end, anyhow got to have my first go with plant chemistry.