Grief and bereavement are experiences that often leave us feeling isolated and alone, yet they touch us all. This event invites attendees to explore these complex emotions through the medium of art, featuring a screening of ‘Ways to Speak Absence’ by Chris & Matt Alton. Based on a poem by Matt Alton, the film brings together spoken word, an original soundtrack, improvised movement, and a choral performance inspired by Eminem’s ‘Cleanin’ Out My Closet.’ The film focuses on the brothers' experience of losing their mother at a young age, offering a deeply personal reflection on grief and loss.

Following the screening, Chris & Matt will engage in an “in conversation” session, where they will discuss the creative process behind the film, how their grief has shaped their art, and how art can serve as a tool to navigate personal loss. This conversation will open the floor for audience members to share their own experiences and explore how grief and bereavement have impacted their lives.

In addition, an art therapist will be present to provide on-site support for attendees. The therapist will offer a quiet area for those needing personal space to reflect or have one-on-one conversations, ensuring everyone feels safe and supported. There will also be an activity station where participants can engage in creative exercises to help process their emotions in a hands-on way while remaining part of the collective experience.

This event aims to create a space where grief can be acknowledged, expressed, and shared, fostering connection and understanding through art.

Please get in touch with us at rameprojectscornwall@gmail.com if there is any way in which we can support your participation in the event, or if there is any information that would be helpful for us as event organisers to know - for example, allergies, access requirements, etc.

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Image Credit: Chris Alton