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In the past, the products of public art tended to be manifested through regeneration schemes such as the GardenFestivals (Stoke on Trent, Glasgow and Gateshead) and a spirited campaign instigated by the (then) Arts Council of Great Britain for ‘per cent for art’.

Art prizes are much valued by artists, not only because they provide some much-needed cash that can go towards new work but also for their profile-raising value that supports artists’ career development.

An innovative and thought-provoking online photography gallery showcasing the best in regional talent, was launched in June.

Hannah Firth will be the Curator for Wales at the Venice Biennale of Art 2007, joining the team headed by Michael Nixon.

Toby Paterson’s commission for Glasgow’s Tramway has now been permanently installed.

The Spinnerei is a compelling place, because of the great creative atmosphere and the availability of large, dynamic show spaces.

As a textile artist based in Nottingham, I am currently one of nine artists and craft makers in the East Midlands engaged in Connect @The Usher Gallery.

On 23 July the High Street of picturesque Southwold, jewel of the Suffolk coast, will be shut to traffic to become an al fresco museum of the bizarre.