Magic Carpet Project: Building Connections Through Art
The Magic Carpet Project provides a vital service for individuals with learning disabilities, offering opportunities to socialise, connect, and express themselves creatively. The goal is to create an inclusive, safe, and stimulating environment where participants can engage in meaningful activities, build relationships, and develop new skills.
Why Magic Carpet Matters
Boosting Wellbeing Through Art
Art is more than just creative output — for Magic Carpet participants, it’s a path to improved self-esteem, confidence, and emotional wellbeing. Many find that weekly sessions help them feel more connected to themselves and others.
Inclusion & Social Connection
By bringing together people who might otherwise feel isolated, Magic Carpet cultivates strong social bonds. Whether through drama, singing, or visual projects, participants build meaningful relationships in a supportive space.
Sustained Engagement
With regular, weekly sessions, the project provides continuity — a stable environment where participants can keep returning, learning, and growing together.
Celebrating Talent
Magic Carpet participants have showcased their work in public spaces. For example, their “Creative Space” Exhibition brought together works from Open Studios and Story Into Art groups, raising visibility and appreciation for their creativity.
Impact & Reach
While some impact is qualitative, the real effect is clear:
- Participants develop emotional resilience and stronger social ties.
- Our creative practitioners facilitate deep, meaningful work around self‑expression and personal growth.
- Public exhibitions and performances help raise awareness about the power of inclusive, community-based art.
- Volunteers are deeply involved, helping to run sessions and support creative expression.
Read our full impact report here.
Get Involved
If you’d like to take part, volunteer, or learn more about Magic Carpet:
🔗 Visit our Magic Carpet project page
✉️ You can also email the Magic Carpet team directly at [email protected]