Open Call an outdoor installation artist- deadline 11th June 2010
Tuesday, 11th of May 2010

Reading International Solidarity Centre: Open Call an outdoor installation artist

Artist wanted to build a permanent installation on RISC’s roof garden working with the local community and garden volunteers.

RISC: RISC works with schools, community organisations and the public; raising the profile of international issues and promoting action for sustainable development, equality and social justice. www.risc.org.uk.

About our Roof garden:

Sustainable development and food security has always been one of the main themes of RISC's work. In 2002 we took this further by creating an edible forest garden on the flat roof above the conference hall. Designed as an educational tool using permaculture principles, the garden has become an oasis in the centre of Reading, a demonstration of how a garden can support more sustainable lifestyles and provide a practical solution to the problems of 'Peak oil' and global climate change. It has had international media coverage and was shortlisted for the Observer Ethical Garden Award, 2009.

For more details and images of RISC’s roof garden please see www.risc.org.uk/gardens

Details about the project:

We are currently seeking an artist to work with us to build a permanent garden installation on the roof garden that reflects its principles and design. For example living lightly on the planet, encouraging diversity, the cycling of energy and working with nature.   

• Sustainable sourced materials which would weather with the garden as well as survive the winter months

• Installation would be responsive to the garden and also the changes of season (i.e. in the winter it would be visually be more visible as well as exposed to the elements)  

• May be functional, for example a water feature or a piece that plants will grow round or attract a diversity of insects or birds.

• Artist would work with the local community and RISC volunteers) to build the installation (this may be parts or all of the final piece)

The project will take place over five days in August 2010 (dates to be negotiated). Artists fees include planning, preparation and making of the project. 

Artist fee of £1000@£200 per day 

£300 for materials, we would assist the artist in sourcing salvaged materials.

How to apply:

Please send us examples of previous work, a brief outline on how you would respond to the garden. We are interested in your processes, the materials you work with and ways you may have engaged communities in the making of the work and a CV.

Deadline: Friday 11th June 2010

Project start date: August 2010

 

 

 

 

Posted by Shehnoor Ahmed

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Opportunities for artists to exhibit and perform
Thursday, 7th of January 2010

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International Womens Day 5th March
Tuesday, 5th of January 2010

Open call for:
Female artists & performers to celebrate International Women’s Day
RISC, Reading, UK

FRIDAY 5TH MARCH 2010, 8pm – 1am

We are looking for creative females ranging from performance poets and artists to magicians and musicians for a contemporary cabaret to celebrate International Women’s Day.

Our variety event will take place in a number of spaces during the evening. The main room will accommodate live acts, projections and music, in addition to this we can offer smaller rooms for installations, moving image and live art. We are open to ideas however big or small, as we are looking to offer audiences a unique experience that celebrates female creativity and talent.

If you are interested in taking part in the event please send a proposal of what you would like to do alongside examples of previous work to:
Shehnoor@risc.org.uk 35-39 London Street, Reading, RG1 4PS

This is an unpaid position however RISC will cover travel and any additional expenses for materials.

Deadline 30th January 2010

This event is jointly organised by Reading International Solidarity Centre and TAG.

RISC: RISC works with schools, community organisations and the public; raising the profile of international issues and promoting action for sustainable development, equality and social justice. www.risc.org.uk.

TAG: TAG is a creative collective who host performance events; celebrating, progressing and nurturing female creativity in all its forms.

International Women’s Day

Created during a period in history of social instability and uncertainty International Women’s Day has developed into an event that is firmly rooted in a history of activism and protest. Since its creation in 1917 it has successfully challenged social injustice such as the vote for women, working conditions of all workers and the exemption of women from trade unions.

To this day the ethos of the event is to acknowledge the past accomplishments of womankind and to look forward to the untapped potential we have. International Women’s day seeks to consider this and celebrate without regard to divisions, whether ethnic, linguistic, economic or cultural.

 

Posted by Shehnoor Ahmed

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Skills dating! Friday 19th February 2010
Tuesday, 8th of December 2009

Skills dating! Friday 19th February 2010

Welcoming in Fair Trade Fortnight at RISC

As part of Fairtrade Fortnight, RISC are holding a ‘skills dating’ evening. Heard of speed dating? Well, this is very similar, although you won’t be swapping numbers for romantic reasons, but in order to swap skills with a new friend! You might find yourself writing a poem in exchange for a delicious cake - or fixing a boiler in exchange for a French lesson. Sound good? Then start thinking of what skills you have to offer and come along for a fun-filled evening of new faces and entertainment, all part of Fairtrade Fortnight 2010.   

If you're interested in taking part then please email anna.chapman71@gmail.com

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Fair Trade 10
Thursday, 12th of November 2009

RISC (Reading International Solidarity centre) is a development education centre in Reading. We work with schools, community organisations and the public to raise the profile of international issues and to promote action for sustainable development, equity and social justice.

During FT Fortnight 2010 RISC will be holding an exhibition in an empty shop window (tbc) or in RISC’s exhibition space containing works that examine the principles and raise awareness of Fair Trade. During the exhibition their will be opportunities for members of the public to take part in workshops and performances that encourage debate and discussion around Free Trade versus Fair Trade and engages participants in exploring alternatives actions they can take to bring about change. We also aim to encourage people to think about fair trade in terms of food and clothing but also in other areas of their lives such as the exchange of skills and knowledge.

We are looking for artists, writers, poets and performers to submit:

+ Art works to be exhibited in the exhibition space
+ Indoor/outdoor performance (music, poetry, live art)
+ Ideas for projects that may take place over FT fortnight  

Fee:
We will pay for transportation of artworks and an artist fee of £200 a day (£100 half day) for performances.

Please send a brief proposal (no longer than 2 A4 sides) or images of your work with an artist statement to:
shehnoor@risc.org.uk
35-39 London Street, Reading, RG1 4PS

Deadline: December 14th 2009

For further information please contact shehnoor@risc.org.uk

 
 

 

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