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Powys Arts Forum helps join up and encourage arts activity across the county, providing:-
- A voice in shaping programmes and policy
- A forum to express your ideas and concerns
- An opportunity to network with like-minded people
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How Do I Join? Click below to go to our membership page. Membership is only £5 a year for individuals - £25 for groups and organisations - and is an invaluable way of providing support.
Exhibition at Brook Street Gallery
Exhibition of Studio Ceramics and Framed Found Objects
By Phil Rogers (50 New Pots) and Max Suffield (Framed Found Objects)
Exhibition Dates
Private View Sunday 1st April 11am until 3pm
Exhibition Dates 1st April to 5th May 2012
Gallery Information
Brook Street Pottery, Hay-on-Wye
T: 01497 821070
E: info@brookstreetpottery.co.uk
Opening Hours: Wednesday to Saturday 10.30am until 5.00pm
Social Enterprise Conference
SOCIAL Enterprises are organisations that operate as a business but have social or philanthropic goals. Many of our members might find that applies to all or some of their work (that certainly applies to TEN GREEN BOTTLES) if so, this conference is for you.
It takes place on Wednesday 21st March 2012 at the Elephant & Castle Hotel, Newtown. The event aims to inform, inspire, and provide potential business opportunities for delegates and exhibitors.
In addition, a range of exhibition stands will offer advice and funding opportunities as well as examples of some of the very best social enterprise Powys has to offer.
The event is organised by Powys Regeneration Partnership (PRP) in conjunction with Cwm Harry, Robert Owen Banking, PAVO, and other partners, following a widespread consultation of the sector in 2010-11.
More information.
Live Music Bill Passes Committee Stage
The Live Music Bill, co-sponsored by Lord Clement-Jones and Don Foster MP, cleared its last Commons hurdle on Friday (20th Jan). It is now on the home straight to becoming law.
Two minor amendments agreed in Commons Committee must be ratified in the Lords, probably within a fortnight, and dates set for Royal Assent. Implementation will require secondary legislation. A lead-in period of several months is likely to allow time for the live music sections within statutory Licensing Guidance to be rewritten.
... more (external link to Hamish Birchall's newsletter)
Culture Colony News
Culture Colony, launched as part of Harvesting the Arts with development funding from Chance to Create has begun to publish a series of on-line newsletters.
Click on the links to see newsletters, and you can also subscribe to receive them directly.
Poetry To-Go!
Poetry for greengrocers as part of Brecon Arts Festival 2011
An installation by Huw Parsons
- Little Stations by Huw Parsons
Your Website will Soon Be Illegal (probably)
There is a new EU directive on cookies which comes into law on 26th May. It isn't universally welcomed or understood (see for example this blog which is where the image comes from).
But if you think it's better to be safe than sorry download this advice from Trimast who look after our own website.
Brecon Jazz - New Operator
Arts Council of Wales and Powys County Council have announced that Orchard has been successful in staking its claim to be the preferred operator for Brecon Jazz.
The festival is an important cultural event both for Brecon and for Wales as a whole. As a major arts event it has proved to be an important asset in the local economy. People come from all over the world to experience the special atmosphere of the jazz festival.
Arts Council of Wales, working in partnership with Powys County Council and the Brecon Beacons National Park Authority, led the search for a new operator. All felt that Orchard put forward an exciting and compelling programme with distinctive ideas for the future. Orchard will receive a commitment for funding this year's festival and will submit further plans for 2013 in Autumn this year.
National Theatre Assembly Proposals - Winner Chosen
National Theatre Wales' Assembly programme is a series of bespoke, democratically-elected creative arts projects which take place across Wales.
From the submissions from Mid Wales called for during April they selected three ideas which went forward to the on-line voting phase.
The winner chosen was Machynlleth.
The Inspired Child
A unique training event with Liz Buckler and Lynette Margerison, for creative practitioners working with children.
Monday 30th April, 10am until 2pm
£18.00 includes lunch Places are limited
The Inspired Child is the title of a set of books produced in response to calls from teachers and early years practitioners for guidance, and are intended to stimulate creativity within the parent, practitioner and child alike, without being prescriptive.
For more information about Lizs book and to buy a copy: http://theinspiredchild.co.uk/index.html
Full listings can be found at http://www.artsalivewales.org.uk
Arts Alive Wales Practitioner Network
Informative and sociable meetings for local artist and makers.
Join Arts Alive Wales for their bi-monthly networking meetings at the studio in Crickhowell. These meetings enable local artists and students of all disciplines to come together to discuss their own creative practice, share experiences, news and opportunities.
Each meeting features a network artist, and a guest speaker to facilitate discussion about various aspects of professional development.
FREE to attend, but please let us know if you are coming.
Refreshments provided.
Wednesday 16th May, 5-7pm
Guest speaker this month is Emma Geliot, who will be discussing arts journalism and how artists can commission writing about their work or communicate with their audiences and buyers more effectively.
Wednesday 18th July, 5-7pm
Laura Thomas, an award winning textile artist and designer specialising in producing striking textile artworks for public spaces, corporate environments, exhibitions and private homes. http://laurathomas.co.uk/
Laura is a member of the Makers Guild in Wales and will be discussing her involvement with Flourish: Continuing professional development for craftspeople at Craft in the Bay Cardiff. www.makersguildinwales.org.uk/workshops
Tel: 01873 811579
Email: info(at)artsalivewales.org.uk
BOOK ONLINE: http://artsalivewales.org.uk/wp/how-to-book/
Full listings can be found at http://www.artsalivewales.org.uk
Getting Ready for Business
- Blue MacAskill with Jenny Bonada
We are holding three training days this month to help you get in shape for the coming year.
They will cover the basics of marketing, how to get the best out of social media, and asking if your business planning is making the most of what you've got.
Speakers include Rebecca Spooner, Blue MacAskill, Rob Picken and Mick Brown, and the day will last from 10am to 3.30pm with a light lunch provided. Costs are £5 for members, £10 for non-members.
Payment Page
The days will be held in Brecon (24th March), Newbridge on Wye (29th March) and Llanfyllin (31st March).
You can pay on-line here and you will also need to fill in the booking form.
These events are supported by Powys County Council and the Arts Council of Wales
Training for Creative Futures
Following the publication of Creative Futures, a strategy for Arts & Young People, Powys are holding a series of workshops during the coming year for those interested in working with young people in the Performing Arts.
You can find out more about it at The Workhouse/Y Dolydd at 11am on Monday 5th March with Andrew Sterry from Powys and Jo Munton on behalf of the Forum.
Another meeting will be held on Saturday 10th March at the Drama Centre on March 10th. Contact them direct on 01597 824444 for more information.
Chairman's blog
- image from conference 2010 (l t r) Ginny Graham, John McGrath, Philip Freeman, Robert Livingston (photo:Sorelle White)
For the latest on what we are doing to help develop the arts opportunities in Powys we have created a blog of the chairman's doings. "Let us know if you think it's useful", says chairman Philip Freeman, "or if it's the other thing".
2012 Arts Conference
We are starting to plan our conference which we intend to hold this autumn. The key theme will be developing audiences and finding markets which will continue some of the work we have been doing around Arts Month.
We need to hear from our members what topics you would like covered, potential speakers, and whether a weekday or a weekend day is best for you. To help gather your responses please fill in this survey http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2H8QZ65
Also see the information on the left hand panel regarding the Social Enterprise Conference, which we think will include a lot of information and opportunities relevant to the arts. Social Enterprises are organisations and individuals who operate in the market, but whose aims are not primarily economic.
ADMINISTRATOR
We are pleased to announce that we have two part-time administrators who will be helping us. They are Kayte Phillips and Julia Blazer.
AGM News
THE FORUM enjoyed a highly successful AGM on November 11th with some useful feedback from Arts Month, ideas for greater impact in the future, and very useful discussion on marketing and social media.
The outgoing chair, Ginny Graham, was thanked for all the hard work she had put in steering the Forum through profound changes.
The following were elected trustees of the Forum for 2011-12.
Philip Freeman (chair)
Michael Cunningham (vice chair)
Mary Elster (secretary)
Jo Munton (treasurer)
Blue MacAskill
Hilary Roberts
Sheree Murphy
Dewi Morris
The board will be meeting early in 2012 to plan activities for the year, including an autumn conference, further help for cluster development and improving training opportunities for artists.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Click here to download minutes of the AGM and go to our Library page for the Annual Report and Accounts for 2011.
Workshops on Social Media and Joined Up Internet Thinking
Friday 2nd December 2011
The Lion House
Newbridge on Wye
LD1 6LN
Powys
info: 01597860127
THE DAY was specially focused on making the most of your art and craft opportunities online - using Facebook and other Social Media to tell your clients and potential customers what you are doing.
Other issues from Powys Arts Month Feedback were covered such as insurance, Heath and Safety and Publicity and Press in Powys.
This training was part of Powys Arts Forum Arts Month Training Programme
Forum AGM - November 19th
The Powys Arts Forum Annual General Meeting will be held at The Drama Centre, Tremont Road, Llandrindod Wells, on Saturday 19 November 2011, as part of a full day of networking and training events.
Arrival for coffee and registration is at 10.00 a.m., and during the morning session we will have feedback and discussion on Arts Month 2011. Following that, the rest of the day will include short illustrated presentations by artists about their own work (including some arts month activities) and a series of intensive, closely focussed training workshops/surgeries. These will include practical advice on :
~ making funding applications (as a follow-up to the recent Funding Feast event),
~ successful press releases,
~ using the social network as a support and marketing tool.
Other topics are currently being developed.
The short, formal AGM to receive annual reports from the Board, and elect new trustees, will be held at 1.15. All members are entitled to attend this free of charge, but if you want to come for the whole day, and have lunch, we will ask for a contribution of £5 towards costs, to be paid "on the door". We aim to finish at around 3.00 p.m.
To help us with preparation and estimating numbers, can you please send an email to mary(at)powysartsforum.org.uk, possibly before 14 November.
We look forward to seeing you then.
Ginny Graham, chair
2010 Conference a Huge Success!
Our first full conference has been a huge success with a number of ideas and suggestions raised that the Forum will be taking forward in its future planning.
More details will be found on our conference page along with a list of those who attended.
Many people are still unaware of what the Forum actually has been doing, so we'll be addressing that as soon as we can - though a lot of the answers can already be found on this website.
Has your membership lapsed?
To take advantage of our network and new developments in 2011 and 2012, please go to our membership page to renew.
Opportunities 2012
GILFACH LANDMARK ART PROJECT
Closing date 21st May
This is a project from Radnor Wildlife Trust who say:
"We would like a landmark that acts as a welcome to Gilfach Nature Reserve at Marteg Bridge, with an emphasis on using local natural materials. It will evoke a sense of place and blend into the landscape. It will probably be functional ? for example, incorporating seating, a meeting point, or novel interpretation but with a strong, memorable aesthetic.
The landmark will be part of the re-landscaping of the entrance to our Nature Reserve which includes parking and picnic area. It will raise our profile as a wildlife destination and be an opportunity to inspire people about the natural world."
For more information Suzie Fraser on 01597 823298and RWT website
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POWYS DANCE MANAGER POST
Salary £22,221 - £23,708
Powys Dance is the community dance company for mid Wales, encouraging participation by people of all ages and abilities in dance activities that develop creative, social and physical skills.
Powys Arts Service are looking for a creative and experienced person to lead this successful company through a period of review and to play a key role in developing new partnerships. The post-holder will have responsibility for the operational and financial management of the company?s countywide programme of activities and its? Dance Centre base.
The successful candidate will have proven management and fund-raising skills, a flexible approach, strong communication skills, enthusiasm and commitment.
Closing date: 18 May 2012. Interviews: 7 June 2012.
For details visit www.powys.gov.uk or contact the Recruitment Team,
County Hall, Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 5LG.
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MARKETING ASSISTANT WANTED AT THEATR BRYCHEINIOG
Salary £13,027 - £13,703 per annum
The company seeks a clear-thinking and self-motivated individual to join the theatre?s marketing and sales department. With marketing, PR and sales experience, the individual?s IT skills will also be important as the theatre drives forward with its digital communication channels.
The recruitment pack is available to download from the theatre?s website at www.theatrbrycheiniog.co.uk
Closing date for applications 10.00am Monday 21 May 2012
Interviews Friday 25 May 2012
Theatr Brycheiniog is an equal opportunities employer and is funded by the Arts Council of Wales, Powys County Council and
Brecon Town Council.
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MUSIC COMMISSION
Theatr Brycheiniog and Glasbury Arts
Choral Composition Commission 3-5 minute choral commission available for a composer born or living in Wales who wants to build their portfolio.
Please download further details and an application form from the jobs section at www.theatrbrycheiniog.co.uk
Budget: £500 including expenses
Deadline for application: 9am, 28 May 2012
Deadline for score delivery: 9am, 20 August 2012
Date of performance: 13 April 2013
Theatr Brycheiniog Canal Wharf Brecon LD3 7EW
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JOB OPPORTUNITY for Bi-lingual Art Tutor
Based in Brittany, France.
Please follow this link for full details
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OPPORTUNITY for Theatrical Performers at Landed Festival
The Landed Festival is a 3 day festival of music, theatre, circus performance and art, set in a stunning location in the beautiful Welsh hills near Rhayader. Landed Festival Theatre Stage are looking for performers for the 4th, 5th & 6th May 2012. For further details about Theatre Stage opportunities please email: phil(at)landedfestival.co.uk
For Festival information, please visit the website: http://www.landedfestival.co.uk
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DANISH OPPORTUNITY Skive is a small town in Denmark next to a large inland fjord. Water has always been important to the social, economic and cultural development of the town. The municipality has bought a houseboat and converted it to a floating art centre where paintings, music and other types of art are exhibited. The Swan as the culture houseboat is called sail around to other towns in the inland fjord and takes part in local festivals and other events organised by local artists or citizens.
Skive would like to create a project about exchanging art and artists under the theme of water and is looking for partners. Download further information
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FUNDING INFORMATION Latest issue of the Regenerator to be found here, together with back issues. This is the newsletter of the Powys Regeneration Partnership to which the Forum belongs, and which is organising the Social Enterprise Conference. Information includes news on the Sustainable Tourism grant scheme, which might be of interest to arts practioners.
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Welsh Government funding for Creative Industries Knowledge Transfer Partnerships
Welsh Government has funding to support up to five creative industries Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTPs) projects of 26-51 weeks each and is inviting expressions of interest from businesses in the creative industries sector.
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The Digital Development fund provides support for new creative products and services to exploit across multiple digital platforms and international markets.
See Foot of this Column for Opportunities and News from ACW
Closing Date for Applications: 5.00pm 19th March 2012
What our Members are doing
For full listing of our events see calendar - upcoming events listed below.
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Links to our organisation members
Partnership Projects
Details of the INNOVATIVE, COLLABORATIVE and PARTICIPATIVE ideas for Arts Month - Arts Month Xtra - can now be found on our Arts Month page.
Cultural Industries Research
Wavehill have been appointed by Glasu to carry out research into the Cultural and Creative Industries in Powys. The work will involve wide consultation plus an in-depth look at some of the festivals. The steering group includes the Arts Service at Powys County Council and Powys Arts Forum as well as programme managers at Glasu.The work is funded by the Powys Regeneration Partnership as part of the Rural Development Plan for Powys.
The full report is now available in our library.