Joanne Kitson, an equestrian artist based in Birdwell will be taking part in an exhibition The Horse, at Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery next month. The event will coincide with the famous St. Leger Festival; the world’s oldest horse racing show; established in 1776. Joanne explains that the subject of horses is one that harks … Continue reading
Friday 13th saw the launch of two fantastic exhibitions at Barnsley’s The Civic. First up is the Royal Photographic Society’s 156th International Print Exhibition. Photography shows always get a good turn out and this was no different. I felt that this year’s instalment was a big improvement on last years. The uniform presentation of the … Continue reading
Now let’s be honest, when you think of my home town Barnsley, your first thoughts aren’t likely to be of tourist attractions. In fact, I darn’t ask what your first thoughts might be… However, Barnsley actually has six museums (even I didn’t realise this) and the newest of which, Experience Barnsley, is sure to be … Continue reading
Friday 15th of June saw the opening night of the UCB Art & Design Graduate Showcase, so aptly named 31 Degrees. I got the chance to go down to The Civic for the opening night and take photographs and interview a few of the artists who are exhibiting their work in the gallery. The gallery … Continue reading
Saturday 15th June sees University Campus Barnsley Interdisciplinary Art and Design degree students once again exhibit their wares for public consumption. The course offers students the opportunity to work across many different art and design disciplines, which could include painting, sculpture, ceramics, illustration, printmaking and jewellery making. Students are encouraged to cross boundaries and experiment … Continue reading
What a week. So much to do and nowhere near enough time to fit it all in. With a couple of exhibitions to choose from and at least seven gigs in just one Friday night it’s hard to pick and choose what to see sometimes. Here is what I did pick… WEDNESDAY NIGHT… First up … Continue reading
Volatile Light is a new three-part installation which has just opened in the theatre space at The Civic. Created by the IOU Production, a theatre company based in Halifax, they specialise in making original artworks across a variety of platforms, including: sound, video and sculptural installations; site specific performance, music, touring theatre, interactive digital works … Continue reading
It’s been called one of finest contemporary art museums in Europe and since it opened its doors nearly two years ago, every exhibition shown has totally convinced me of this title. It’s imposing, metallic like outer shell belies the subtle workings going on inside. The slowly evolving permanent exhibition is quietly beautiful, inspirational and ever … Continue reading
A new exhibition opens at Barnsley’s The Civic this November which brings together work by two leading figures in the field of art textiles, Polly Binns and Anne Morrell. Light and Line explores the threads that run throughout both their practise, as well as their wider contribution to contemporary textile history. It is Binns’ Threshold … Continue reading
Paul Carruthers isn’t just an artist, he is also the designer and producer of some pretty slick, high-end furniture and home accessories; an interior designer’s dream. Paul Carruthers has NOIQ his is debut exhibition at The Civic, Barnsley. It’s claimed that Paul has been at the centre of the northern urban art scene for over … Continue reading
