Tuesday, 24 June 2008
WANTED - STEWARDS FOR FESTIVAL AT THE EDGE18TH
WANTED - STEWARDS FOR FESTIVAL AT THE EDGE
18TH - 20TH JULY 2008
STOKES BARN, OFF THE A458 BRIDGNORTH TO SHREWSBURY ROAD
Festival at the Edge needs volunteer stewards for this 3-day weekend event 18th - 20th July near Much Wenlock, Shropshire. This is a great opportunity to get involved in one of the best storytelling festivals in the country.
To apply simply fill out the attached application form (deadline now 1st July not June). All successful applicants will receive a ticket of entry for themselves (family/friends accompanying will need to buy their own ticket unless they apply to steward too!). Places will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis and you will also be provided with free on-site camping, programme and site map etc. Be part of a great, friendly team and enjoy yourself. No experience necessary, all training will be given on site.
If you've never heard of a "Storytelling Festival", we have artists from all round the world attending this one, telling their stories, singing, dancing or playing music. There are many event marquees on site and a "village" of stalls selling crafts, clothing and food. People either attend on a daily basis or stay and camp on-site for the whole weekend. Showering and all the usual facilities are available.
You would need to be available or on duty for a maximum of 8 hours over the whole weekend, which means 2-4 hours each day, though some flexibility is needed (hence the application form says up to "12" hours). There's no need to be experienced, as training will be given on site.
Actual stewarding duties include directing traffic/parking, helping people find areas they want to go to (marquees/refreshments/loos), checking wristbands and helping people find seats in the marquees, looking out for safety hazards and just generally being nice and supportive to people!! We have teams of stewards, so if you're not experienced, we'd put you in a team with some experienced people and use radio contact whilst on duty. There's also a helpers' party on the Sunday evening to say thank you.
This is a great opportunity to gain some experience in the festival field (in both senses!) and enjoy yourself at the same time, so the sooner you get your form sent off, the more chance you have of being included. Good luck!
For more information go to www.festivalattheedge.org Tel: 01939 236626 or email: info@festivalattheedge.org
18TH - 20TH JULY 2008
STOKES BARN, OFF THE A458 BRIDGNORTH TO SHREWSBURY ROAD
Festival at the Edge needs volunteer stewards for this 3-day weekend event 18th - 20th July near Much Wenlock, Shropshire. This is a great opportunity to get involved in one of the best storytelling festivals in the country.
To apply simply fill out the attached application form (deadline now 1st July not June). All successful applicants will receive a ticket of entry for themselves (family/friends accompanying will need to buy their own ticket unless they apply to steward too!). Places will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis and you will also be provided with free on-site camping, programme and site map etc. Be part of a great, friendly team and enjoy yourself. No experience necessary, all training will be given on site.
If you've never heard of a "Storytelling Festival", we have artists from all round the world attending this one, telling their stories, singing, dancing or playing music. There are many event marquees on site and a "village" of stalls selling crafts, clothing and food. People either attend on a daily basis or stay and camp on-site for the whole weekend. Showering and all the usual facilities are available.
You would need to be available or on duty for a maximum of 8 hours over the whole weekend, which means 2-4 hours each day, though some flexibility is needed (hence the application form says up to "12" hours). There's no need to be experienced, as training will be given on site.
Actual stewarding duties include directing traffic/parking, helping people find areas they want to go to (marquees/refreshments/loos), checking wristbands and helping people find seats in the marquees, looking out for safety hazards and just generally being nice and supportive to people!! We have teams of stewards, so if you're not experienced, we'd put you in a team with some experienced people and use radio contact whilst on duty. There's also a helpers' party on the Sunday evening to say thank you.
This is a great opportunity to gain some experience in the festival field (in both senses!) and enjoy yourself at the same time, so the sooner you get your form sent off, the more chance you have of being included. Good luck!
For more information go to www.festivalattheedge.org
Tuesday, 17 June 2008
June Exhibition @ Sandford
June Exhibition @ Sandford
Jenny Jones is this month’s Guest painter at Sandford Gallery. In this exhibition, Jenny’s rural colourful countryside folk and animals rub shoulders with humorous dog portrait paintings, in the style of the great masters from art history. The exhibition includes watercolours, oils and drawings. The selection reflects Jenny’s talent as a draftswoman using the surrounding flora and fauna as inspiration, especially her own disposition and reputation for rescuing and caring for injured animals and wildlife. Hens, geese, ducks, wild-birds and sheep, cats and dogs feature along side pastoral characters. Her light-hearted approach creates a gentle picture of life in the countryside. This simple handling shows her dexterity and flair for the subject. Her skill and popularity makes her currently one of the most successful Shropshire artists working today. She is very talented and very collectable.
Bishops Castle artist Alan Sidney is Sandford Gallery’s guest Ceramist throughout June. His quirky ceramic figures remind one of childhood visits to the circus or fairs with a good dollop of the fantastical. Clouds on wheels and clowns with amazing headdresses beautifully sculpted look like over the top designs from Cirque Du Soleil.
Alan studied at Liverpool School of Art in the 1960s, and worked as a book illustrator and graphic designer, before turning his talents to clay. This may explain the fantasy element of his work, which is always intriguing and even psychedelic. Working from his studio at home he regularly raiding his kitchen for objects that he can use as moulds. He also models forms directly. His works reflect his passion for architecture, machines and ancient civilizations, incorporating frogs, snakes, turtles, horses, even elephants. To Sidney it represents an enchanted world where animals live together happily, something which he contrasts with the way people live in the real world.
A new show of paintings and prints by resident gallery artists, Ros Burns, Di Purser, David Mace, Tony Purser and Steve Vicary also run along side Jenny and Alan’s work.
Sandford Gallery is Open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday
from 11am to 5pm and is manned by the Gallery owners.
Sandford Gallery, Sandford Place, Church Stretton, Shropshire.
T: 01743 233 085
Exhibition runs from 6 to 30 June 2008
info@sandfordgallery.co.uk www.sandfordgallery.co.uk
Jenny Jones is this month’s Guest painter at Sandford Gallery. In this exhibition, Jenny’s rural colourful countryside folk and animals rub shoulders with humorous dog portrait paintings, in the style of the great masters from art history. The exhibition includes watercolours, oils and drawings. The selection reflects Jenny’s talent as a draftswoman using the surrounding flora and fauna as inspiration, especially her own disposition and reputation for rescuing and caring for injured animals and wildlife. Hens, geese, ducks, wild-birds and sheep, cats and dogs feature along side pastoral characters. Her light-hearted approach creates a gentle picture of life in the countryside. This simple handling shows her dexterity and flair for the subject. Her skill and popularity makes her currently one of the most successful Shropshire artists working today. She is very talented and very collectable.
Bishops Castle artist Alan Sidney is Sandford Gallery’s guest Ceramist throughout June. His quirky ceramic figures remind one of childhood visits to the circus or fairs with a good dollop of the fantastical. Clouds on wheels and clowns with amazing headdresses beautifully sculpted look like over the top designs from Cirque Du Soleil.
Alan studied at Liverpool School of Art in the 1960s, and worked as a book illustrator and graphic designer, before turning his talents to clay. This may explain the fantasy element of his work, which is always intriguing and even psychedelic. Working from his studio at home he regularly raiding his kitchen for objects that he can use as moulds. He also models forms directly. His works reflect his passion for architecture, machines and ancient civilizations, incorporating frogs, snakes, turtles, horses, even elephants. To Sidney it represents an enchanted world where animals live together happily, something which he contrasts with the way people live in the real world.
A new show of paintings and prints by resident gallery artists, Ros Burns, Di Purser, David Mace, Tony Purser and Steve Vicary also run along side Jenny and Alan’s work.
Sandford Gallery is Open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday
from 11am to 5pm and is manned by the Gallery owners.
Sandford Gallery, Sandford Place, Church Stretton, Shropshire.
T: 01743 233 085
Exhibition runs from 6 to 30 June 2008
info@sandfordgallery.co.uk www.sandfordgallery.co.uk
Wednesday, 11 June 2008
OUR CREATIVE TALENT
OUR CREATIVE TALENT
Building local voluntary and amateur arts participation
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport, Arts Council
England and Voluntary Arts England invite you to take part in a major national conference on local arts participation and voluntary and amateur groups.
Participation in the arts makes a powerful contribution to local communities. This year marks the introduction of National Indicator 11 on engagement in the arts and for the first time levels of arts engagement will be measured at local authority level across England.
The conference will launch landmark new research, commissioned by DCMS and Arts Council, looking in detail for the first time at the size, make-up and impact of the voluntary arts sector and its potential for growth. It will also look at the role local voluntary and amateur arts groups can play in building local arts engagement and how to create effective partnerships for delivery.
Keynote speakers include:
Alan Davey
Chief Executive, Arts Council England
Rt Hon Margaret Hodge MP
Minister for Culture
David Lammy MP
Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Skills,
Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
Feargal Sharkey
Chief Executive, British Music Rights
Robin Simpson
Chief Executive, Voluntary Arts Network
Breakout sessions will look at how local arts groups can take part in the Cultural Olympiad, how to engage new participants in the arts and new data on patterns of local participation.
The event will be of key interest to policy formers, decision makers and senior personnel from local authorities, voluntary, community and charitable organisations.
There will be a reception at the Barbican, hosted by the Carnegie (UK) Trust, on the evening of 1 July. This event will include the launch of the Voluntary Arts England publication Edutainment and all conference delegates are invited to attend.
Attendance at the conference and evening reception is free, but spaces are limited.
For more information and to reserve your place, please click below:
www.vaengland.org.uk/events
Building local voluntary and amateur arts participation
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport, Arts Council
England and Voluntary Arts England invite you to take part in a major national conference on local arts participation and voluntary and amateur groups.
Participation in the arts makes a powerful contribution to local communities. This year marks the introduction of National Indicator 11 on engagement in the arts and for the first time levels of arts engagement will be measured at local authority level across England.
The conference will launch landmark new research, commissioned by DCMS and Arts Council, looking in detail for the first time at the size, make-up and impact of the voluntary arts sector and its potential for growth. It will also look at the role local voluntary and amateur arts groups can play in building local arts engagement and how to create effective partnerships for delivery.
Keynote speakers include:
Alan Davey
Chief Executive, Arts Council England
Rt Hon Margaret Hodge MP
Minister for Culture
David Lammy MP
Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Skills,
Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
Feargal Sharkey
Chief Executive, British Music Rights
Robin Simpson
Chief Executive, Voluntary Arts Network
Breakout sessions will look at how local arts groups can take part in the Cultural Olympiad, how to engage new participants in the arts and new data on patterns of local participation.
The event will be of key interest to policy formers, decision makers and senior personnel from local authorities, voluntary, community and charitable organisations.
There will be a reception at the Barbican, hosted by the Carnegie (UK) Trust, on the evening of 1 July. This event will include the launch of the Voluntary Arts England publication Edutainment and all conference delegates are invited to attend.
Attendance at the conference and evening reception is free, but spaces are limited.
For more information and to reserve your place, please click below:
www.vaengland.org.uk/events
STAGE - Dorothy Cross
STAGE
Dorothy Cross
The Unitarian Church, High Street, Shrewsbury
Commissioned by Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery
and mediamaker for the launch of the Shrewsbury Darwin200 celebrations
14 June – 26 July 2008
Tuesday – Saturday 12.00 – 4.00pm
Dorothy Cross
The Unitarian Church, High Street, Shrewsbury
Commissioned by Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery
and mediamaker for the launch of the Shrewsbury Darwin200 celebrations
14 June – 26 July 2008
Tuesday – Saturday 12.00 – 4.00pm
Dorothy Cross, an artist with an international reputation, was invited by Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery to undertake a commission to make new work responding in some way to ‘… the life and ideas of Charles Darwin’
After visiting Shrewsbury and embarking on a period of research Cross decided to make a return visit to the Galapagos Islands[1] (a place she had visited some 12 years previously) to gather footage and sound recordings from which to create a number of new video works. She invited actor Fiona Shaw (a childhood friend and occasional collaborator) to accompany her and to join in the process of exploring current conditions on the Islands and to reflect, in that context, on the evolution of art itself and the role for artists within a world facing increasing environmental and cultural changes.[2]
Cross describes their experience of the Galapagos Islands:
‘It is a place that existed in harmony without human history .The arrival of man is accelerating change and threatening the balance of its ecosystem. Our time there led to us discussing the evolution of ones own practice as visual artist and actor and the location of art in such a place…’
As an integral part of the commission, Cross was invited to consider a range of Darwin related non-gallery spaces in Shrewsbury in which to create an exhibition of the new video works. Her chosen venue was the small Unitarian Church in the town-centre, which Darwin attended regularly as a child along with his mother. A further influence on the mind of the young Darwin came through the Unitarian Minister at that time, Reverend G. Case, who, from 1817-18, was his first schoolmaster.
STAGE marks the launch of the Shrewsbury Darwin200 celebrations, which from June 2008 and throughout 2009, commemorate the bi-centenary of Charles Darwin’s birth and the 150th anniversary of the publication of
The Origin of Species.
For further information please contact:
Adrian Plant
Exhibitions Officer
Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery
Barker Street
Shrewsbury SY1 1QH
Tel: 01743 361196
Email: adrian.plant@shrewsbury.gov.uk
http://www.mediamaker.tv/
http://www.shrewsburymuseums.com/
www.frithstreetgallery.com
Dorothy Cross is represented by Frith Street Gallery, London
[1] Charles Darwin’s theories of evolution were greatly informed by his experience of visiting the Galapagos Islands during his voyage on The Beagle, 1831-36
[2] Cross’ research and development trip to the Galapagos Islands was as the first artist in residence funded by the Gulbenkian Galapagos Artists' Residency Programme, run by the Galapagos Conservation Trust. She travelled there with actor Fiona Shaw in April 2007.
Private View @ Sandford Gallery
Meet The Artist - Day Time Private View @ Sandford Gallery
There will be a chance to meet our guest painter Jenny Jones on
Saturday 14 June 2008 between 11am to 2pm
Refreshments are available
Exhibition runs from 6 to 30 June 2008
Normal Gallery Opening Times : Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 11am to 5pm and is manned by the Gallery owners.
1, Sandford Place, Church Stretton, Shropshire.
www.sandfordgallery.co.uk
info@sandfordgallery.co.uk
There will be a chance to meet our guest painter Jenny Jones on
Saturday 14 June 2008 between 11am to 2pm
Refreshments are available
Exhibition runs from 6 to 30 June 2008
Normal Gallery Opening Times : Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 11am to 5pm and is manned by the Gallery owners.
1, Sandford Place, Church Stretton, Shropshire.
www.sandfordgallery.co.uk
info@sandfordgallery.co.uk
Tuesday, 27 May 2008
Ludlow Summer Exhibition
To all artists,
Apologies once again to those of you who have sent in applications, or who already know the following...
Most of you are aware that Alan Grieve, Chairman & Director of The Jerwood Foundation (http://www.jerwood.org/) will be on our selection panel.
Joining Alan Grieve is Desmond Shawe-Taylor, Surveyor of The Queen's Pictures. Mr Shawe-Taylor has been responsible for The Royal Collection since 2004, and we are so delighted that he is offering his support to the exhibition.
The final selector is Steve Cass, Head of Art at Ludlow College. Last year Steve's students received 100% passes, and the new Millichope Art & Design Centre, where the art student's work, and where the summer exhibition will be held, is an inspiration. We are very grateful for all Steve's support this year.
Finally, we now have a donation of £1,000 toward a prize award. We do not yet know the details of how this prize shall be conferred. We are working toward receiving further prize donations, and I will keep you informed.
Final date for submissions is 6 June. Please do contact me if you would like any further information.
With best wishes,
Jo King
Curator
Ludlow Summer Exhibition
Apologies once again to those of you who have sent in applications, or who already know the following...
Most of you are aware that Alan Grieve, Chairman & Director of The Jerwood Foundation (http://www.jerwood.org/) will be on our selection panel.
Joining Alan Grieve is Desmond Shawe-Taylor, Surveyor of The Queen's Pictures. Mr Shawe-Taylor has been responsible for The Royal Collection since 2004, and we are so delighted that he is offering his support to the exhibition.
The final selector is Steve Cass, Head of Art at Ludlow College. Last year Steve's students received 100% passes, and the new Millichope Art & Design Centre, where the art student's work, and where the summer exhibition will be held, is an inspiration. We are very grateful for all Steve's support this year.
Finally, we now have a donation of £1,000 toward a prize award. We do not yet know the details of how this prize shall be conferred. We are working toward receiving further prize donations, and I will keep you informed.
Final date for submissions is 6 June. Please do contact me if you would like any further information.
With best wishes,
Jo King
Curator
Ludlow Summer Exhibition
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