Studio Meraki is an artist-led collective specialising in community co‑design, public art, and placemaking. We use accessible, process-led creative pedagogies to encourage sharing of local narratives, and invite communities into imaginative forms of participation. Through collaborative partnerships with local organisations and stakeholders, we shape projects that centre lived experience and result in meaningful artworks that resonate with place.
Who we are
We are a collective of artists, designers and fabricators, based out of In Bristol Studio
Between us we have a huge amount of skills and experience delivering art + wellbeing workshops, fabrication and design for the public realm, producing events and celebratory parades, facilitating creative consultations and community co-design.
Who we work with
Studio Meraki works with a wide range of ages from diverse backgrounds in schools, new and existing community groups, and individuals. We work in a collaborative way, responding to the needs of the community, keeping them at the heart of everything we do.
What we do
We start small and aim high. Helping children and communities to rediscover creative expression with exciting, hands on experiences, we provide programmes and events ranging from creative up-skilling workshops for parents, to community led re-design of parks, to after school art clubs for children. We have seen how long term engagement can result in long lasting, positive change.
How we do it
Starting with existing groups, we build a vision which includes a multitude of local voices. Step by step we work to ensure that sustainability (economic, environmental and human) is at the centre of what we do.
Why we do it
Studio Meraki aims to enable diverse participation in arts and culture by delivering creative engagement projects that support community co-production, working collaboratively to achieve economic, social and cultural development for our area often acting as an approachable non-biased conduit between communities and local authorities.