An online disability community radio station is extending coverage to the radio waves with a new DAB+ licence. Access All Aerials (AAA), provides opportunities for disabled people to present and produce radio programmes from their accessible studio at Marsh Barton, Exeter. With funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, two disabled people have been givenContinue reading “Radio station for disabled people hits the airwaves and provides employment”
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Huge sculpture and film inspired by the story of wool in Somerset
300 Somerset sheep fleeces will be used to create an enormous sculpture as part of an exhibition inspired by the story of wool. A film which takes the viewer on a reflective journey exploring wool from fleece to yarn will also feature. The exhibition – Spinning a Yarn – will take place at the SomersetContinue reading “Huge sculpture and film inspired by the story of wool in Somerset”
Meet the artists inspired by the coast
The rugged cliffs, rolling waves, and sandy beaches of the Devon and Somerset coastlines provide the perfect inspiration for creativity. The sea and coastal landscapes feature in the work of many of the artists taking part in this year’s Devon Open Studios and Somerset Art Weeks.
Artists welcome visitors behind the scenes
Artists all over Devon will be throwing open their doors and inviting people to look behind the scenes of an artist’s studio.
The county’s creative people will be demonstrating and showcasing their work in attics, sheds, galleries and other creative spaces. The art and craft on display will include drawing, painting, sculpture, tapestry, ceramics, jewellery and glasswork.
Dorset’s preview of Venice Biennale
A Dorset artist will be taking a taste of Dorset’s creativity to the Venice this year. Sophie Molins decided that Dorset should have its own pavilion at the Venice Biennale. The national pavilions at the Biennale display selected art from the countries they represent, and Sophie decided that Dorset should have its own pavilion showcasingContinue reading “Dorset’s preview of Venice Biennale”
Orchestra invites audience to use their phones during concert
Devon Philharmonic Orchestra (DPO) will be bucking the trend by inviting audience members to use their mobile phones during their next concert on Saturday 27 April.
The orchestra is harnessing the power of technology to help people connect with the music during the performance.
Artist on a mission to share nature jounaling with others
Alex Boon is passionate about nature journaling. He is on a mission to share with others the joy he finds in the small details of nature close to home.
Alex, a skilled artist and writer, believes that nature journaling is about the experience of creating and not necessarily about the quality of the content.
Art in a brewery, in a cowshed and on a nature reserve
More than 500 artists will be giving visitors a glimpse behind the scenes during this year’s Dorset Art Weeks.
The exhibitions and activities on offer include a preview of the first Dorset Pavilion for the Venice Biennale, a year of paintings capturing Dorset’s changing seasons, and the launch of a brand new arts venue.
Art exhibition aims to reduce fears around mental health
Exeter Phoenix from 18 November 2023 to 4 February 2024 Artist James Paddock aims to address the stigma around mental health through an exhibition at Exeter Phoenix. James uses his lived experience of voice hearing to reveal stories and insights though his art. The centrepiece of the exhibition is an operatic video, “Mirrored to theContinue reading “Art exhibition aims to reduce fears around mental health”
New Music Centre creates opportunities for children time of education cuts
A new music centre at Wynstream primary school is creating opportunities for children from schools in the area. Despite cuts to music education, the Centre has been set up so that children who might not otherwise be able to participate have the chance to sing in a choir, learn a brass instrument or guitar. AllContinue reading “New Music Centre creates opportunities for children time of education cuts”
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