The Healing Arts: A Creative Companion
The Model initiated a unique Arts & Health project at Sligo University Hospital’s new offsite ward at St John’s in 2026, creating opportunities for patients and staff to engage with an artist during their hospital stay. The project began when The Model reached out to the hospital to explore how
Creative Youth Nurture Fund to fund new Young Model programme
The Model has been granted €100,000 through the Creative Youth Nurture Fund to expand its Young Model programme through a landmark collaboration with internationally acclaimed artist Bob & Roberta Smith. The award is one of just nine grants announced nationwide and the only successful project from County Sligo, recognising The
Young Model Returns with lots of Creative Energy
We were delighted to recently welcome back old and new members of Young Model, our vibrant visual arts programme that empowers young participants to discover their unique artistic voice, create boldly, and see their ideas come to life. Developed in response to the need for greater access to professional artistic
Sligo Charity Awarded €12,000 Grant to Boost Local Creative Industry Careers
The Model receives €12,000 Regional Creatives Fund Ireland grant to support upskilling programmes for people seeking careers in creative industries The Model struck a chord with the fund’s judges, which included creative industry leaders from The National Concert Hall, Writers Guild of Ireland, Business to Arts and Digital Hub Staff
Primary Schools Call Out
The Toy Theatre is a visual art and drama programme for school children, inspired by The Niland Collection. Designed for group work and collaboration, the programme demonstrates how to build a miniature theatre set, create characters, story boards and set design. Facilitated through our online series of workshops with Branar