The Crew
![]() Artistic Director
William Frode de la Foret (pictured here with board member Eamonn) William is an undisciplined artist born in France, making art with people in various contexts since 1995. He has developed, directed and facilitated a number of arts programmes with Cork Community Art Link since 1993 including a 10-year programme in Our Lady’s psychiatric hospital Cork, and "What if" (whatif.ie) a programme exploring participatory public art practice. He has over 30 years experience in community street performance, including parades and street theatre shows and most recently The Dragon of Shandon Samhain Parade. His practice is shaped by his belief that the arts represent an infinite field of possibilities for people and cannot be reduced to academic, institutional and market driven conceptions and that everybody has the right to create art, to engage with the making of culture and its representation on one’s own terms. Email: [email protected] |
![]() Assistant Art Director
Beibhinn O Callaghan With a background in fine art and drawing, Beibhinn started on a Community Employment Scheme in 2017 and found it was an amazing atmosphere to work in from the beginning. Over the years, she has been a crucial part of CCAL artistic programmes as her many talents shine through consistently. She is now Assistant Artistic Director, and we are lucky to have such creative, talented hands as part of our core team. Beibhinn enjoys working with people in various community settings and witnessing the thrill and magic of parades. For her, Cork Community Art Link is a place for everyone to get involved - you don’t have to have a background in art or know what you want to do, it's all about the sharing of skills. |
![]() Aisling McCallion
General Manager Aisling McCallion is a textile artist and writer, with various experience in sectors that cross the textile, art, design and social enterprise industries. Born in Donegal, Aisling has previously worked as a technical knitwear designer for Inis Meáin Knitting Co. and Blarney Woollen Mills. A past member and co-director of spacecraft Artist Studios, Aisling has an infinity for artist-run spaces, the commons, and the transformative power of making art. She enjoys exploring the many ways storytelling interacts with each artistic discipline. Growing up on the border of Ireland and Northern Ireland, Aisling has experienced the impact of community arts in contributing to a true cultural democracy. Aisling was drawn to CCAL through shared values and ethos, she is an advocate for fair and inclusive access to the arts for all. Email: [email protected] |