Comar

A series of workshops throughout Mull and Iona involved dozens of women and girls aged from eight to over 80.

Artist, Alicia Hendrick states: “Our banner is a celebration of the inspirational women of our islands. It takes the shape of a sail held aloft by oars and incorporates handmade fishing net. The map of Mull is filled with images of island women and in the sea are inscribed the names of more women we admire. Influenced by the Suffragette banner maker, Mary Lowndes, we have incorporated the very fabric of our islands, using local tweed, tartan and beeswax. We have embroidered lyrics, words and poetry from local women writers.”

Comar is a multi-arts organisation that produces, presents and develops creative work. We support and connect artists and audiences across Mull, Iona and beyond and seek meaningful ways to inspire, inform and shape our communities through culture and creativity.

Established in 2013 through the merger of An Tobar and Mull Theatre, Comar takes its name from the Gaelic word for ‘confluence’. We’ve built on the legacy of these two well-regarded companies to become an ambitious centre for creativity.

As well as presenting around 100 events a year across live music, visual arts, theatre, crafts, dance, film, literature and comedy from our home on Mull, we work with creative people across all art forms to commission and develop new and exciting work.