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Education:  7 GCSES (A-C)- Stockport School Level 3 UAL extended diploma art and design- Stockport College BA (hons) Fine art- University of Salford Jobs/Work experience : Casual Shelving assistant- University of Manchester library (May 2018- July 2018) Voluntary shop assistant- St Anns Hospice (June 2017- September 2018) Shelver- University of Sheffield library (September 2015- June 2016) Casual Stock management assistant- University of Manchester library (March 2015-July 2015) Casual RFID project assistant- University of Manchester Library (March 2014- July 2014) Casual summer project assistant- Univeristy of Manchester Library (May 2013-July 2013) 

PDP Writing an artist proposal: proposal for exhibition commission opportunity approaching a gallery Show how its important for your development as an artist why its important to you conceptually engagement is key What you need to consider: arts council application -short summary of project -relevant work and experience -what do you want your project to achieve -tell how the -Who will engage with the project -tell how you will make your project reach people -tell how you will manage a budget and experience of managing budget -tell how you will evaluate your project Graduate scholarship scheme: -artist statement -how would this opportunity benefit you badly written and not answering the questions so then you've thought, how it would impact your career what would you gain? How would you use the award? further training extra learning think about the legacy show them why you need a studio? artistic community, why its essential Don't be put o...

My current practice involves painting to a narrative. issues of the modern world social media isolation escapism subconcious psychological My current practice involves painting with a narrative, my work explores social boundaries, environmental influences and a person being between two identities and the outcomes from being alone. I paint portraits based on myself to create a uncertain version of myself. My work questions whether people are uncertain of who they really are from being surrounded by society's influences. My work also explores the constraints of choosing to withdraw from the modern day and how social media plays a big part in this. I tend to work figuratively with oil paint, the process and experimentation of paint is very important to my practice, I am determined to continue to develop a strong painting style and technique.  My work usually consists of medium to large scale paintings which are built up of layered marks in order for a more abstract take on t...

Amy brown - CV Education 2016-2019 BA (hons) fine art- University of Salford Exhibitions 2019:  Fine art degree show  - University of Salford 2019: postcard response - Touchstones gallery, Rochdale 2018:  My mate dave came out tonight in my dead husbands wedding suit  - Night and day cafe 2018:  My mate dave came out tonight in my dead husbands wedding suit  - Manchester school of art 2018:  Reality: tap to see more  - Paradise works 2017:  work in progress  - Artwork Atelier Manchester 2017:  Arty Farty party  - Pub Zoo 2014: End of year show - Stockport art gallery

We are committed to providing the best possible services for everyone and we recognise that to do this we need our most important asset - our employees. Recruiting, retaining and developing the right people with the right skills at the right time is essential for us to help improve the quality of life of Salford residents. We can offer a fantastic opportunity to progress your career by joining a team of over 500 employees located across Salford in this successful and dynamic business. Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment For posts involving work with, or having access to information about, vulnerable people you are required to have an Enhanced DBS therefore you should not apply to work with these groups if you know that you are barred from working with children or vulnerable adults. Please be aware that  some posts are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (D...

My current practice explores painting with a narrative, these narratives explore social identities and issues with themes of withdrawal and responding to an environment. I refer to literature and films to develop and explore my ideas. My most recent work is a series of paintings which respond to the idea of an individual being taken out of  society and placed in a hotel environment, The idea is for the character in the paintings is to explore themselves without the influence of society and the privacy of being withdrawn from social media. The paintings situate in a hotel environment, this environment was chosen from the influence of films and literature which explore the positive and negative effects of a person in isolation.  I respond to these ideas through painting with oils from a medium to large scale. I am ambitious with technique and I'm always keen to develop it.My paintings are built up of mostly individual unblended brushstrokes to show a depth by layering and de...

I would like to apply for the studio scholarship as It would be beneficial to my artistic practice with having the routine a studio would provide along with the community of other artists. I also think the studio would provide opportunity for connecting with the art-world, and opportunities to get involved. The studio would give me opportunity to develop my painting skills and to improve on technique. I would be able to develop my artistic practice by experimentation and the space to practice. I would like to become more involved in local exhibitions and getting to know local artists. I would like to continue my practice in a space where there would be other practicing artists and to be part of an artistic community, I would also like to be involved with shows and gain further experience in order to put on shows myself and with other artists. My work needs to be studio based because I am working from medium to large scale oil paintings which require space for experimentation and to b...

Broadstone Mill has a growing reputation within the creative and media sectors and now offers a range of flexible studios for artists and designers at very affordable rates. The light and airy studios are set within the regenerated mill and benefit from all the original building features, providing an inspirational setting for both budding and established businesses within the creative community. From only  £35* per week  creative companies or individuals can take advantage of renting a choice of workshops, studios or retail units for artists of all kinds, photographers, designers, furniture artisans and ceramicists. We also have an in-house gallery where you can display your work. These spaces are ideal for graduates, new creative start-up businesses and studio groups looking to relocate. They are also available to anyone looking for a very affordable office rent. Contact us today to find out more

Volunteer opportunities We work with over 70 volunteers and we aim to provide volunteer opportunities that are interesting, engaging and rewarding. Volunteering at Manchester Art Gallery can help you to develop skills, feel involved in the life of the gallery and meet new people. Our core volunteer roles Delivering learning sessions Highlights tours, Stories we Share, Art Bites and Philosophy Café discussion sessions are all led by volunteers who enjoy chatting to visitors. Supporting learning sessions Get creative alongside artists and other freelancers to support family and adult making sessions during the holidays and weekends. This role is great for people interested in being creative with other people. Clore Art Studio Volunteer in the Clore Art Studio to support family drop in visitors. Behind the scenes A small number of volunteers support us behind the scenes including helping us to catalogue and research art works, documenting our archive material and ...

Volunteering Opportunities We are a small team with big ambitions here at MCDC, and often rely on keen and committed volunteers when delivering events and exhibitions amongst other things. If you’re interested in volunteering with us, please read the information below and follow the link to send us your details. FAQ Is volunteering at MCDC for me? We welcome people of all ages (from 18 upwards), backgrounds and abilities. So if you’re looking to expand your CV, learn more about working in an arts organisation, or just spend some time helping out in a creative environment,  get in touch . Please note that the casual volunteering and work experience placements described here are within the management office, not in our artist studios. What sort of thing can I get involved with? Volunteering with us could involve marketing support, exhibitions (research / installation / marketing), events (planning and delivery), outreach activities, as well as day-to-day arts administr...

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteers We have a dedicated team of gallery volunteers and we are always interested to hear from people who are looking to gain experience in a professional gallery environment. We currently have opportunities for  Volunteer Gallery Assistants and Volunteer Photographers: —- Volunteer Gallery Assistants  at Castlefield Gallery can get involved and gain experience in; marketing & social media, gallery administration, event coordination, exhibition installation and art handling, front of house and visitor services, plus much more. Volunteering at Castlefield Gallery is valuable for both those wanting to develop a career in curation, gallery administration & management, as well as anyone wanting to develop their own artistic practice. Requirements  CG needs volunteer gallery assistants who are personable, hard working, punctual and reliable. You should be available to volunteer for at least 1 day per month (6.5 hours) for a ...

We’re looking for volunteers to get stuck into the colourful hubbub of Z-arts! Z-arts is Manchester’s arts hub for children and families. We’re a charity organisation, committed to providing a supportive and inclusive experience for everyone who gets involved. We’re also a home away from home, a playground for creativity, a melting pot for inspiration, where people of all ages have the room to explore their imagination and immerse themselves in arts and culture – and you could be a part of all this! By volunteering here not only will you have the chance to get hands-on experience, you’ll be representing Z-arts and everything it does in the thriving cultural community of Manchester. There are lots of different things to get involved with, from supporting our internal creative programme, assisting with schools projects, community outreach events and working hands-on alongside our young people. This is a great opportunity to develop your existing skills and learn some new ones ...

CFCCA volunteering We rely on a dedicated team of volunteers whose contribution is integral to the running of our centre. Spending time volunteering with us offers the chance to develop valuable skills and gain an insight into the workings of an internationally leading arts organisation. Please click on the links below to read more about the voluntary roles available within our team. Visitor Services Archive & Library Curatorial Team Events and Engagement We are also able to accommodate occasional student placements and work experience requests – please email  volunteer@cfcca.org.uk  with your enquiry. However, we do not support unpaid internships. Any intern role will be advertised in the same way as other paid opportunities within the organisation and can be viewed  here. How to apply To apply for any of the above opportunities please send a copy of your current CV and a personal statement of no more than 1 side of A4 to volunteer@cfcca.org.uk ...

From the digital skills session we were taken through the basics of WIX website builder. I now know how to navigate round WIX in order to build a website, dragging images in, inserting text, and linking buttons. I am now ready to make some test websites, the next step will be to photograph my work and prepare a small artist statement for the 'about' section of the website. I will continue to look at other artist websites and become familiar with them as I want my website to look like an artists website and to also look professional.  

Renting an artist studio Working as an artist can be isolating and moving into a dynamic studio group can offer much needed support. But what are the issues, costs and considerations of finding an artist space? Jack Hutchinson is a a freelance artist, journalist and educator. Jack Hutchinson , artist and member of   Bow Arts Trust , explores the issue of finding the right space to work. Reasons to rent an artist studio One of the first questions people ask me when I say I have a studio is: do you really need it? My life is incredibly fast-paced, with my energy distributed across a variety of demanding roles. I survive as an artist through a portfolio career working as a freelance journalist, lecturer and educator. I am also Online Editor for   AIR: Artists Interaction and Representation , the UK’s largest ever membership body for visual artists. The thing I value most is time and space to focus on my drawing. I have rented a variety of different studio...

Join CG Associates Annual membership of CG Associates costs £60. You can pay online, by cheque, by bank transfer or by standing order. To pay online, please complete the form below. To pay by cheque, please fill in the online form below – press Register to send us your details but ignore the subsequent Pay button. Then post a cheque made out to Castlefield Gallery Ltd to: Castlefield Gallery, 2 Hewitt St, Manchester M15 4GB. To pay by bank transfer, please fill in the online form below – press Register to send us your details but ignore the subsequent Pay button. Then send an email to  associates@castlefieldgallery.co.uk  requesting the bank details. To pay by standing order, please fill in the online form below – press Register to send us your details but ignore the subsequent Pay button. Then send an email to  associates@castlefieldgallery.co.uk  requesting the Standing Order Instruction. Online Subscription Options CG Associates Me...