Presenter: Eoin Ó Broin
This workshop will take us on a photographic journey of the history of young Irish nationalists "drawing support" for the republican struggle through political mural painting in the city of Belfast. Belfast's murals depicted the armed struggle of the IRA and the electoral strategy of Sinn Féin, as well as issues of media censorship, comparisons and solidarity with international struggles, and memorials for victims of the war.
Through this slideshow presentation and discussion, participants will learn of the youth-led initiative to reclaim public space through politically-focused art and how mural painting continues to be used to voice the concerns of the community.
