Ceremony of Self was born as an interdisciplinary arts project using mask, garment and photography to build young women’s self-confidence, at the age of puberty and transitioning to secondary school. It was first delivered in 2022 during the Birmingham Commonwealth Games, developed in partnership with Moseley Road Baths and ASIRT.

“I didn’t know my daughter could do that!”

In 2024, it evolved into a monthly workshop series exploring how to integrate ritual, art and community to support women move through the unseen unspoken changes in life.

“These sessions have become a part of my self-care routine.”

Resulting from both these versions of the project are a number of bookable ceremonies and resources for you and your community.

The project is led by producer Eleni Kyricou, Josephine Chime, myself, Laura of Curious Rose Photography, community theatre maker Emily Butler, choreographer and dancer Shelley Eva Haden and textile artist and puppet maker Ceridwen Brown.

“Ceremony of Self-Power was one of the best nights of my life.”