If you cannot see this email properly click here www.arts.gg Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter June 2010 You are Invited to the private view of Andy Goldsworthy's Exhibition of Drawings. We would also like to take this opportunity to invite you to the opening of Andy Goldsworthy’s exhibition on Thursday 10th June at 5.30pm at the greenhouse In the greenhouse: Andy Goldsworthy, Exhibition of Drawings The latest exhibition in the greenhouse is by renowned British artist, Andy Goldsworthy. the greenhouse Guernsey Information Centre, North Esplanade, St Peter Port Opening hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm & Saturday 9am - 1pm. Goldsworthy is currently working on a large scale project in Alderney entitled Alderney Stones which will reach completion in May 2011. This exhibition is a collection of 33 of his drawings relating to this project. These fascinating drawings are made using the clay found in Alderney. The Andy Goldsworthy Exhibition of Drawings will be open from Friday 11th June until Monday 5th July 2nd Art & Islands and 6th International Small Islands Conference Wednesday 23th - Friday 25th June, Castle Cornet In 2 weeks, delegates from around the world will descend on Guernsey to attend the 2nd Art & Islands Conference at Castle Cornet which runs from 23rd June until 25th June. And you have the chance to join them whether you are academically or professionally involved in the arts or not. The Conference is an extremely unique opportunity to look at the importance of small island cultures and how they can affect and be instrumental in social change. Talks will be delivered by speakers from all over the world on subjects relating to the Culture of Small Islands. There will also be an opportunity to listen to some of the industry's leading professionals, including Matthew Taylor, Chief Executive of the Royal Society of Arts and former Advisor on Political Strategy to the Prime Minister, Tony Blair. Graham Daldry, Creative Director of Specsavers Optical Group and Eric Snell, Director of the International Artists in Residence Programme. Hosted at Castle Cornet papers will also include local archeology, a session on language and information on Guernsey's Roman Ship. Full details on the Conference and programme, plus how to book can be found on our website www.arts.gg, if you have any queries please contact conference@arts.gg or telephone 749268. Creative Networking 2: Collaborations in the Arts - Thursday 17th June The GAC Creative Networking seminars are a great new opportunity for people passionate about the arts to get together and talk about relevant topics, whilst also being inspired by guest speakers. With the added benefit of chilling out, having a drink and meeting a whole host of new people! Our second creative networking event will take place on Thursday 17th June from 5.30pm in the Cambridge Room at Beau Sejour. We will be joined by Rachel Cleal, a local director who will present one of her films, this will lead into a discussion about collaborations within the arts in the Bailiwick of Guernsey. If you would like to attend the Creative Networking event please contact jo@arts.gg or call 749268 to book your place. This event is free and open to all. The Arts and the Impact of Creativity on Wealth Generation Moores Hotel, Friday 18th June 12.30pm The Chair of the Guernsey Arts Commission, Tony Gallienne, is giving a talk on The Arts and the Impact of Creativity on Wealth Generation for the Institute of Directors on Friday 18th June. We have a small allocation of tickets (on a first come, first serve basis) which are available from the Arts Development Team info@arts.gg for the price of £10 (which includes lunch). The venue is Moore’s Hotel and the event starts at 12.30pm and finishes with a Q&0A at 2.00pm. Guernsey Arts Commission Podcast. Experience a new way of meeting the Guernsey Arts Commission team with the Guernsey Arts Commission Podcast. Presented by Tom Girard, this recording we were joined by Joanna Littlejohns, Head of Arts Development, Richard Fleming a local poet and writer and Jo Morrissey, Arts Development Officer. To find out what we talked about log onto www.arts.gg and have a listen! Coming Soon.......Samba Sunday 11th July Join Samaba Burros and have a go at drumming, dance and carnival crafts culminating in a mini parade along the town seafront. A free event starting at 11am and ending around 4.45pm. For more information contact laura@arts.gg or call 749262. Another chance for funding The next deadline to apply for funding is 5.00pm Monday 5th July so you still have a month to get in your applications for grants and sponsorship matches or travel grants. Application forms can be downloaded from our website www.arts.gg. Any queries relating to the funding process please contact Jo Morrissey, Arts Development Officer at jo@arts.gg or call on 749268. Free Arts Summer Workshop Programme The Guernsey Arts Commission will be running a three week programme from Monday 26th July – Friday 20th August for children aged 6 – 14 in age appropriate groups. We will be exploring Dance, Drama and Puppetry in weeklong projects with our team of experienced workshop leaders. The morning sessions will cater for 6 – 10 year olds between 09.00 – 12.00. The afternoon sessions will be aimed at 11 – 14 year olds between 13.00 – 16.00. Full details on the summer workshop programme and how to book log onto our website www.arts.gg, if you have any queries please contact laura@arts.gg or telephone 749262. Guernsey Arts Commission, Guernsey Information Centre, North Esplanade, St Peter Port, Guernsey GY1 2LQ W: www.arts.gg E: info@arts.gg T: (01481) 739747 A company limited by guarantee with charitable status, registered in Guernsey, number 49101 If you wish to be removed from this mailing list please click here