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Women celebrate living by the sea for International Women’s Day

A group of women based in East Devon have created a radio programme about the sea for Occupy the Airwaves – a celebration of women’s voices for International Women’s Day, 8th March. Dreadnought South West will broadcast on the radio from 8am to midnight with a range of programmes, including an hour-long programme about living by theContinue reading “Women celebrate living by the sea for International Women’s Day”

Iconic historic tree inspires new mural for Newton Abbot

Some new street art with contributions from local people is adding a splash of colour and community spirit to Newton Abbot. Artist Joe Webster wanted to involve the community in creating the new 16-metre high artwork which was inspired by a giant oak tree, felled to make way for the war memorial a century ago.Continue reading “Iconic historic tree inspires new mural for Newton Abbot”

New exhibition showcases stories of Exeter’s paper making heritage

A sculptural paper installation and a fictional sound story are helping to reveal the tales behind Exeter’s paper making past.

Double Elephant Print Workshop will be showcasing the fascinating discoveries made during Paper and Print – a year-long community research project into Exeter’s paper mills.

Radio station for disabled people hits the airwaves and provides employment

 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”

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”

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”