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Artists & The Community
Artsreach runs a variety of innovative participatory projects across the County, working with a diverse range of communities and across art forms.
Jurassic Journey (2009 - 2011)
Highly acclaimed Shell Wildlife Photographer of the Year (2007), Ben Osborne, has embarked on his photographic journey along the World Heritage Jurassic Coast of Dorset and East Devon.
Supported by principal funder The Fine Foundation, Ben has been recording year's visual diary of his experiences of the coast as raw material for a touring show which kicked off on a nationwide tour in February 2011.
Introduced to local scientists and especially geologists via links established by the Jurassic Coast arts team, Ben will provide a both educational and stunning visual presentation of the significance of this outstanding coastline.
In autumn 2009 we were delighted to hear that Arts Council England decided to support an artist-led collaboration with Ben to extend the range of this project. This collaboration was facilitated by Devon-based poet Matt Harvey and also involved West Dorset-based visual artist Lal Hitchcock and musician/composer Sammy Hurden. This project is also being supported by East Devon and Dorset AONBs.
A visual arts exhibition, DEEP TIME, based upon the achievements of this project launched in September 2011, supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Please click on Deep Time in the left hand menu for further information and tour dates.
Jurassic Journey is a joint project of Artsreach and our sister scheme, Devon-based Villages in Action.
Supported by principal funder The Fine Foundation, Ben has been recording year's visual diary of his experiences of the coast as raw material for a touring show which kicked off on a nationwide tour in February 2011.
Introduced to local scientists and especially geologists via links established by the Jurassic Coast arts team, Ben will provide a both educational and stunning visual presentation of the significance of this outstanding coastline.
In autumn 2009 we were delighted to hear that Arts Council England decided to support an artist-led collaboration with Ben to extend the range of this project. This collaboration was facilitated by Devon-based poet Matt Harvey and also involved West Dorset-based visual artist Lal Hitchcock and musician/composer Sammy Hurden. This project is also being supported by East Devon and Dorset AONBs.
A visual arts exhibition, DEEP TIME, based upon the achievements of this project launched in September 2011, supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Please click on Deep Time in the left hand menu for further information and tour dates.
Jurassic Journey is a joint project of Artsreach and our sister scheme, Devon-based Villages in Action.
JURASSIC JOURNEY ON TOUR!
'Jurassic Journey' was extremely well received on its tour across Dorset and Devon this Spring, with many sell-outs. Look out for more dates this autumn!
WORKSHOPS 2011
Photography with Ben Osborne
CERNE ABBAS (meet at village hall, DT2 7GY)
SAT 17 SEPT, 11am-5pm £25
This workshop is suitable for adults interested in developing their photographic skills and keen to receive feedback and guidance from Ben Osborne, well known stills photographer for BBC Natural History programmes, such as Planet Earth and Life in the Freezer. Ben is Artsreach's current artist-in-residence as part of the Jurassic Journey project and his workshops have proved very popular.
Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear and remember to bring a packed lunch, fully charged camera/spare battery and leads for your camera.
Ben's workshop will focus on the landscape, wildlife, geology and heritage in the locality. There are limited places to ensure that Ben can spend time with everyone, so advance booking is essential!
£25 from 01305 269512.
Singing with Sammy Hurden
Discovery Centre, Knoll Beach, STUDLAND
SUN 9 OCT, 11am-4pm £20
Join Sammy Hurden in an uplifting singing workshop, learning songs she has written inspired by her journey along the Jurassic Coast. Bring something for lunch to share.
Geology walks
NETHER COMPTON Village Hall SAT 22 OCT, 11am-3pm £3
CERNE ABBAS Village Hall SAT 29 OCT, 11am-3pm £3
Under your tread... Join geologist Alan Holiday from DIGS (Dorset's Important Geological Sites Group) and explore the geology beneath your feet in these two beautiful, historic villages. Alan will illustrate how the local stones were so important as building materials in these villages. Bring a packed lunch.
Fun with Fossils
The Exchange, STURMINSTER NEWTON
MON 24 OCT, 10.30am-12.30pm £2 For ages 8+.
Come and join in the half-term fun and learn about fossils of the Jurassic Coast and where to find them. Led by geologist Alan Holiday. (To book please call: 01258 475137)
Advance booking is essential as places are limited! Unless otherwise stated, please call Artsreach: 01305 269512 to book.
