So, for the first time in months I’ve had a bit I headspace. I’ve been getting a few things clear and have decided that the blog may have come to a natural end. I’ve been thinking this for a while […]
22-24 Morgan Arcade, Cardiff
18 – 26 February 2011
I’m pretty nervous about writing on the topics outlined in my blog intro. But as a young creative, struggling to make a living as a freelance art writer, I know how easy it is to peruse the sparkling, clean-lined sites […]
Becky Shaw explores the dangers of the concept of ‘continuous practice’ and gives thought to the key factors that enable longevity if artists choose it.
Evidence-based recommendations on: Identifying the ‘new practices’ model, Valuing peer networks, Redefining public accountability, Supporting location and community and New ‘brand image’ for artists.
To play their part in the economic recovery, many workers who have retained employment are being asked to do more, for less.
Anna-Marie Gray scrutinises unpaid internships and questions their impact on one’s career prospects.
The Islington Mill Art Academy was set up by students for students. It is an unaccredited, collectively run higher education experience.
Kaleidoscope Gallery, Sevenoaks
4 February – 31 March 2011
A Game of Chance OK. Deep breaths. It’s the last term of the course. I feel… strangely detached from the idea of the Thesis Show, the culmination of two years of non-stop, intensive creativity. Perhaps this may be due to […]
While I catch up with my new, fully freelance life, here’s a snippet from my ‘professional’ blog. More personal blog notes coming soon here… Interview with Lucy Adlington, The Parlor Boutique Dec 2nd, 2010 Having just taken the leap into […]
In these times of austerity, a-n Magazine has compiled a catalogue of money-saving ideas for freelancers that have been tried and tested by our readers.
NOT DEAD YET It’s ridiculous. For the better part of two months I have been having a creative meltdown. A complete panic stricken block. It has always been a periodical feature in my life since focusing in on art making […]
Europleasure/Scandinavian Hotel, Liverpool
18 September – 28 November 2010
Flow, London
9 September – 6 November 2010
Once upon a time, bohemians were considered a sub-culture, an alternative group of individuals moved by lifestyle choices and artistic endeavours.
Liverpool John Moores’ University, Liverpool
7 October 2010
1. decisions? so here i am. having recently graduated from fine art at nottingham trent university, i have decided to throw myself into a new and completely unfamiliar city – maybe missing that initial buzz of exhilaration that comes with […]
Royal Academy of Arts (publisher), London
30 April 2010 – 31 December 2030
2010 Fine Art Photography graduate Joanna Waclawski talks about studying at Glasgow School of Art (GSA), and reflects on how re-sitting a year amplified her perspective on photography as a medium.
Thoughts from artists and arts professionals about how cuts in public spending will affect their future working pattern. Plus April Britski gives an account of how recent governmental decisions to cut arts funding have affected Canadian artists.
12 Visual art representatives address the damage that will be inflicted by proposed spending cuts, in a letter to the Secretary of State for Culture, Olympics, Media and Sport.
Ryan Riddington reflects on doing an MFA at The Slade, eight years on from his first degree, his reasons for doing the course, the challenges of working in a communal studio space and where he is now.
AIR members discuss what representation will look and feel like for artists, plus Architecture for representation outlined.
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In the face of a new political era compounded by an unprecedented financial climate, the need to forecast our future living and working conditions is urgently felt.
