Experiential Community Mural: A Mural for Hope!
Join Us in Creating a Collaborative Masterpiece of Resilience & Connection
Throughout Mental Health Awareness Month, add your voice to a growing tapestry of hope! This mural—crafted by you and our community—will celebrate healing, self-compassion, and the power of creative reuse.
Theme & Inspiration:
🎨 💖 Prompt 1: “How does Austin CreativeReuse make you feel?”
Use these prompts (or your own reflections) to guide your art! Think: bold colors, textures, symbols, or handwritten words.
How to Participate:
Craft On-Site: Drop by our community space near the Office/Education Supplies section! Use provided reclaimed materials to create your 4x4” piece on-site.
Bring Your Creation: Prefer to work at home? Bring a 4x4 inch artwork (paper, fabric, or reclaimed materials) to add to the mural.
Material Notes:
🚫 No tiles, metal frames, or heavy objects.
✅ All other lightweight, reusable materials welcome!
Why This Matters:
✨ Collective Healing: Every square tells a story. Together, we’ll build a visual reminder that no one journeys alone.
✨ Art as Advocacy: Transform “scraps” into symbols of hope, proving creativity can turn challenges into beauty.
✨ Mental Health in Motion: Expressing emotions through art reduces stigma and fosters connection.
Join Us To:
🌟 Turn feelings into shared color. 🌟 Celebrate imperfection as part of growth. 🌟 Leave a legacy of hope for future visitors.
Event Details:
When: All of May 2025 during ACR open hours.
Where: Austin Creative Reuse (near the Office/Education Supplies section).
Cost: Free! Just bring your heart + creativity.
Take Home: A photo of your contribution to the mural. The joy of knowing your art uplifts others.
Let’s paint a future where every emotion has a place—and every person belongs. 🎨💞
Part of Mental Health Awareness Month at Austin Creative Reuse.
Questions? Email volunteer@austincreativereuse.org.
No artist badge required—just show up as you are! 🌟