film still by Liberty Smith The Burton Art Gallery & Museum began the commissioning process for the Bideford Black: Next Generation show in 2014, when we – Carolyn Black of Flow Contemporary Arts and independent arts consultant Claire Gulliver – were appointed to project manage the process. Between the selection of the artists in theContinue reading “The art commissioning journey from the inside – research-led works developed for The Burton Art Gallery & Museum – getting to grips with Bideford Black pigment”
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Article about The Promise and PARADISE in new edition of CCQ
CCQ is an arts journal published in Wales. My first article is in this edition, available from all good gallery bookstores. It’s a quality publication and a great read. My piece is a preview of Arnolfini show The Promise and Trust New Art show at Tyntesfield, called PARADISE. More next month too. See http://ccqmagazine.com/
b-side at the seaside
b-side runs until 14th September, do go to Portland and see it, it’s the best year ever. Going to the b-side Festival in Portland, Dorset, was a real treat. It was launched by the peal of the bells in the lovely old St. George Church next to Tout Quarry, followed by a soundwork by DuncanContinue reading “b-side at the seaside”
Canal & River Trust, waterways, people, passion and museums
I attended the Canal & River Trust AGM on Friday in Birmingham’s beautiful new library. The Trust is only two years old, so very early days for them. Whilst their key business is about public engagement they have had a huge number of maintenance works to do as well. It is remarkable what they haveContinue reading “Canal & River Trust, waterways, people, passion and museums”
the River Severn and it’s influence on Flow Contemporary Arts
Flow was named after the River Severn and the wonders of the Severn Bore. Every now and again I need to remind myself of that – and the best way is to trot down to the riverbank and witness the Bore. It’s magical. Flow is the psychological condition of ‘Optimal Experience’ as defined by psychologistContinue reading “the River Severn and it’s influence on Flow Contemporary Arts”
Finding a photo to explain what I do is tricky!
I’ve been looking for a photo to illustrate what I do. Thanks Gill for sending this one over. Taken last year when I led a coach tour with ExLab. We’re at Durlston discussing Zachary Eastwood Blooms work.
Flows first project goes public soon – exciting!!!!
The Cabinet of Local Change is a pilot for a future collection of ‘cabinets’ that will be commissioned specifically with touring in mind. This one is specifically for Forest of Dean residents. Artist Simon Ryder (artNucleus) was commissioned by Flow Contemporary Arts to create a ‘cabinet’ in some form that could be used to reflect upon changesContinue reading “Flows first project goes public soon – exciting!!!!”
The Barbican, Welcome Trust, Helen Chadwick & sunshine
Some days you just have to go and see some art. When a friend asked me what would I recommend he saw when in London I decided to join him, and it was fab. The main show at Barbican is Cage, Johns, Rauschenburg, Duchamp and Cunningham, which was enjoyable, though the atmosphere there is alwaysContinue reading “The Barbican, Welcome Trust, Helen Chadwick & sunshine”
Flow Contemporary Arts’ first-ever project, in the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire with Simon Ryder
Are Community Libraries really more than books? Absolutely!! Artist in Residence Simon Ryder explores the art of blogging and teaches others to do it too. Join us to learn more at the following dates and times: Mitcheldean Community Library 10.00-12.OOam Monday 13th May, 3rd June and 17th June Newnham Community Library 2.00-4.00pm Monday 13th May,Continue reading “Flow Contemporary Arts’ first-ever project, in the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire with Simon Ryder”
Carolyn Black 