When: weds 7-9.30 thurs 7-9.30, during term time

A friendly pottery/ ceramics class, exploring individual creativity, forms of hand building; working on the wheel as well as some exciting decorating techniques. good balance of tutor support and freedom to express!
ffi berni vinton on 07961029601 or 01179523298
berni@bvinton.freeserve.co.uk

When: Wednesday 9.30am-12.30pm from April 23rd to July 16th

Sculpture at St Paul's Learning & Family Centre - 12 week course for adults introducing a variety of techniques & materials. For further info or to enrol call The Adult Learning Service T: 0117 9038844

When: Wednesday pm 23 April - 16 July

Welcoming group for potters to learn & share making time at St Paul's Learning & Family Centre in Central Bristol. For more info or to enrol call The Adult Learning Service T:0117 9038844

When: Every Thursday afternoon starting Thursday 8th of May 12.30- 3.00

An opportunity for all who want to express their creativity!

When: 11th May - 7th July

Gallery exhibition featuring Bristol artist Bridget Dedyuhina-Rymell at the Slimbridge Wetlands Centre, Slimbridge, Gloucestershire GL2 7BT. The exhibition titled Bold, Bright & Beautiful features colourful artwork inspired by nature.

When: 18 June - 19 July 2008

Exhibition of the latest paintings and screen-prints by James Starr; New abstract landscapes in acrylic and collage by Bob Gale; Landscapes in acrylic and pastel and work in enamel on copper by Ann Gover, inspired by her recent visit to the Middle East.

David Simon Gallery
17 Lower Park Row
Bristol
www.davidsimongallery.com

When: 8th June - 20th July 2008

An exhibition of drawings by Christopher Box | Sculptor at Cafe Kondis, Henleaze Road, Bristol, BS9. From the 8th June - 20th July 2008. For more information visit www.christopherbox.co.uk|link=none|align=right|width=150|height=200]Bleed

An exhibition of drawings by local Sculptor Christopher Box will be on show at

Cafe Kondis

from the
8th June - 20th July 2008.

Special Preview Evening
Sunday the 8th June
7:30pm-10:00pm
Invitation only.

Cafe Kondi & Kondi Gifts
103 -105 Henleaze Road
Bristol
BS9
gifts@kondis.co.uk

For more information please visit
www.christopherbox.co.uk
BLEED: An exhibition of drawings by Christopher Box

When: Tuesday 8th July

Tuesday 8th July sees a twin focus on writing about imprisonment. Moazzam Begg, one of nine Britons detained at Guantanamo Bay, talks about his experiences and signs copies of his book, and actors perform readings from an anthology of writings by Death Row prisoners.
Moazzam Begg
The worlds of literature and the prison cell have enjoyed a fruitful relationship stretching back to John Bunyan, Oscar Wilde and Jean Genet. On the evening of Tuesday 8th July Dr Marie Mulvey-Roberts of UWE brings a very contemporary double bill of prison writing to the Pierian Centre in St Pauls with support from the Human Rights Unit at UWE.

Moazzam Begg was tortured and subjected to death threats during the 3 years he was held without trial at Bagram airbase and Guantanamo Bay. His book, Enemy Combatant, is an insider’s account of the experience of being swallowed alive by the “War on Terror”. Moazzam will sign copies of his book – and will talk about the events of those years, and their implications for civil liberties and inter-community relations.
Writing for Their Lives
Writing for their Lives: Death Row USA is an anthology edited by Dr Marie Mulvey-Roberts. Extracts from this “powerful, compassionate and harrowing” collection will be performed by actor Samuel Griffiths and playwright/director Peter Cann, writer-in-residence at UWE. Writing for their Lives exposes little-known facts about the five modes of execution practiced in the United States, and eloquently describes the brutality and boredom of Death Row. But what also emerges are stories of the survival of the human spirit under even the most unimaginable circumstances. Marie Mulvey-Roberts will be present to sign copies of the book.

The event starts at 7pm on Tuesday 8th July. Entry is free – and donations are welcomed to Cageprisoners, a charity devoted to raising awareness of the plight of the prisoners held as part of the War on Terror. It takes place at the Pierian Centre, 27 Portland Square, St Pauls, Bristol BS2 8SA. Parking is available right outside – free after 6pm.

When: 11-13 july

A lovely new mini-fest (2nd year)full of all the usual eco-oriented events and all kinds of music, magicarpet will be there with stall and creative workshops-felt making, book binding, weaving, knitting etc, all day long!!

When: 30th June till 13th July 2008

'Boundary, Edge & After', a Art Exhibition at Room 212;
212 Gloucester Road, Bishopston, Bristol.
Showcasing a collection of drawing, print, photography and ceramic work, by Liza Miles, Emma May Prole and Wenda Vincent.
The show explores emotional and psychological aspects of 'boundaries and edges'.
Opening for free viewing, at the weekends Friday to Sunday, 9am - 5pm, 4th July - 6th July and 11th July - 13th July 2008. Can also be viewed from the street, through the window, at all times.
For more details and how to find us see: www.room212.co.uk
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When: Saturday 19 July 2008, 10am - 7pm

Hello Everyone,

A year ago, and in response to the news from Bristol Old Vic that it was going to close the theatre indefinitely, Theatre Bristol called a meeting to begin to answer the question So, where do we go from here? Despite the extraordinary summer floods, 200 people came to Circomedia to talk, to shout, to discuss, to exchange ideas, to reflect and to look forward. Since then many more people have answered that question in many ways. Some answers have been confusing, often from the places that you’d hope to find direction and leadership, and some have been straightforward. There have been many different and opposing opinions expressed and as many, if not more, echoes and agreements.

In response to So, where do we go from here? Arts Council England commissioned Theatre Bristol to lead an investigation into what a performance culture of ambition might look like for Bristol. So we held seminars with contributions from people who have achieved amazing things in performance and we asked over 100 people what a performance culture of ambition might look like. We gathered the responses into a discussion paper, which can be downloaded from www.theatrebristol.net/bristollive.

The discussion paper is neither a destination nor a conclusion. It marks a place between two horizons: It reflects back on what has brought us to this point and looks forward to an ambitious performance culture that builds on existing strengths and responds to challenges. The investigative process has illuminated a fantastic and immense passion, energy, desire, drive and delight in the experience of theatre in Bristol, whether in the making of it as an artist or the experiencing of it as an audience member.

This energy now needs to be redoubled. The paper concludes that a performance culture of ambition will only be achieved through collective responsibility and it asks a series of questions on that premise. In order to begin to answer those questions I would like to invite anyone who feels they have a stake (however large or small) in the future of performance in Bristol to come to an Open Space meeting on Saturday 19th July at Circomedia, Portland Square. After a year of answering the question “where do we go from here?” the question now is: So, how do we get there?

So, how do we get there? will not be a conventional conference or meeting. Open Space is an interactive and inclusive way of structuring a meeting that allows you, the participant, to set the agenda. It is a very dynamic way of talking about complicated and difficult things and is particularly good at turning talking into doing, into finding ways forward. You will not be talked at or asked to talk about things you don't want to. Everything that is said will be recorded and you will get a copy of that document.

We have chosen to hold an Open Space as its structure fits with Theatre Bristol's ethos of partnership: of working together to achieve something greater than the sum of its parts. Bristol’s theatre scene is at a point of great change. We need you to come to this meeting to help make that change as positive and effective as it can be.

It is really important that the whole theatre community has the opportunity to attend this so please help us to ensure this information reaches far and wide by passing this invitation on.

So, how do we get there? will take place on Saturday 19th July 2008 at Circomedia Portland Square in Bristol from 10am – 7pm. This is a long day, but from our experience it needs to be to ensure that you get the most from it. You will be well looked after. Tea and coffee will be freely available all day as well as a tasty lunch to keep you going. The majority of the space is fully accessible.

There are 200 places available which will be allocated on a first come first served basis. To contribute to the direct costs of the event we are charging £6.50 for full price tickets and concessions are 'Pay What You Can'. Concessions include: students, claimants, those on a low income, over-60s and disabled people. The price includes lunch supplied by the Real Olive Company. To book a place please contact the Tobacco Factory Box Office on 0117 902 0344

If you'd like to know more or have any questions do get in touch by email or phone.

So, if you want to contribute to how we get there, I look forward to seeing you on the 19th.

With Best Wishes,

Seth

Seth Honnor
Theatre Bristol's Co-ordinator
seth@theatrebristol.net
0117 9166686
Unitarian Chapel, Brunswick Square, Bristol BS2 8PE
www.theatrebristol.net/bristollive

When: 1st - 31st July 2008

An exhibition of new paintings by Caroline Watson at the Rainbow Cafe, 10 Waterloo St Clifton, Bristol

These human/firework hybrids express the often explosive aspects of human nature.
www.carolinewatson.euSparklehead

When: Now On!

Hi everyone!

We hope you all enjoyed the last show and had chance to explore yourself with one of AKI's fantastic kits..If you've completed your kit, please bring it in and we'll pass it onto AKI for you.

From Tuesday 1st July – Sat 26th July you can experience curator Gavin Maitlands show of new contemporary drawings.

Featuring

French is an already well-known illustrator based in London. He has skilfully managed to combine the three things he loves most in his life and make them into a career: Drawing, Heavy Metal and Skateboarding. His highly detailed drawings of Goat-headed axe-wielding maniacs and dead black metal singers have earned French shows all over the world including, most recently at Giant Robot in L.A. Woo!
Go see: www.tapedcopies.com

David Galletly is an illustrator and Graphic designer currently based in Stirling. He adorns pieces of cardboard with beautiful little one liners and freaky looking people. Like a half-remembered nightmare from your childhood. He just got back from a solo show in Philadelphia and we are stoked to have him on board for this show.
Visit his website at: www.galletly.blogspot.com

Simen Helsvig is a conceptual, time-based drawer who once re-wrote an entire book in pencil only to rub it all out and display those rubbings. When he not working as a Prison Guard in Oslo, Norway Simen mostly spends his time covering entire pages in millions of tiny hand-drawn dots. Check out: www.simenhelsvig.com

Salome Oggenfuss is an outsider with an insiders view. Originally from Switzerland she’s currently slumming it in New York since graduating from the Glasgow School of Art last year. Salome has received a lot of attention for her absurdist Brautigan-esgue poetry and sublime photographs from America’s Wasteland. It’s a pleasure to have her, but who knows what she’ll turn up with. Try: www.salomeoggenfuss.com

Anna Peaker is an illustrator, designer and sometimes printmaker based in Leeds. She likes pattern, shape, repetition and weirdo graphics. Giant colourful kitties, psychedelic skulls and a love for bad horror movies seem to be her bag right now.
Say howdy over at: www.annapeaker.co.uk

All the work is for sale and we've some fantastic prints and t-shirts by French.

See you all soon!!

When: From Tuesday 8th July to Friday 11th July, 11am - 6pm. Free entry

Journey into the centre of the Earth and eventually, if you dig deep enough you will reach the core. Journey to the paintworks, Bristol this summer and you may also come across ‘Core’, this year’s University of Plymouth Colleges, Taunton, Somerset’s first ever full fine art honours degree exhibition.

Whilst creating a body of studio work to exhibit the 20 artists exhibiting have also contributed to designing a fully illustrated catalogue which supports the show. Each artist has incorporated an ‘essential part’ that becomes the core of their work. The result is a show full of diversity that includes 3D installation, sculpture, film, photography and painting.

Much of the work is for sale, providing a great opportunity to acquire affordable art from emerging artists in what promises to be a visually intriguing and exciting exhibition.

A full colour illustrated catalogue to compliment the exhibition is also available.

When: 10PM - 12PM 12TH SATURDAY JULY 2008

As part of the REDFEST arts festival Figure of Speech are showing their new show `Gods and Demons`. A meditative , musically driven performance inspired by the Hindu cycles of creation - This show brings together traditional indian music , played live, with the puppetry inspired by the Gods and Goddesses of India. Supporting this event will be the upcoming talents of Vid Warren - beatbox recorder , the musical sounds of `Wax Lyrical` and Gambian drumming supplied by Mo. Also there will be another opportunity to see the FIG. animated short ; `the Piligrimage`.
WHERE; BETHESDA METHODIST CHURCH - CHURCH ROAD,REDFIELD,BRISTOL, BS5 9HN

http://www.figureofspeech.org.uk/

LORD SHIVA THE CREATORRISTOL

When: Wednesday 16th 10am-6pm | Thursday 17th 10am-5pm

A unique opportunity to see the work of over 50 top West of England design companies. Free admission. Also, as part of the event, Simon Waterfall will give a guest lecture – an absolute must for anyone serious about design.

Cutting edge design talent, born and bred in the West, will be on public display for the first time at a new exhibition at Paintworks to highlight the strenght of design talent in the West.

The Designers’ Showcase, organised by the West of England Design Forum, includes the creative work of over 50 companies in the region, from the fields of product design, graphics, digital media, interiors, architecture, illustration, photography and exhibition design. The aim of the event is to bring the best creative talent in these fields together to celebrate and emphasise the extent to which the West has become such a creative stronghold.

The guest speaker at the event will be D&AD President, Simon Waterfall, who not only co-founded Deepend design, the number one creative agency in the UK (three years running) and number one in the world in 2001, but then went on to set up Poke, number one digital studio in the UK.

Lecture’s opening times: Wednesday 7pm. Admission: £10, concessions £8

When: Saturday 19 July, from 10am to 8pm

Great fun Charity Samba experience and exhibition on this one-day event!

This fabulous day is being put on to raise funds for The Prince's Trust Enterprise Project.

Two Brazilian themed Samba workshops will run through the day, from 10am - 12 noon and 2pm - 4pm with an exhibition session over lunch by samba band and authentic Brazilian food and drink.

The Prince’s Trust helps change young peoples lives. It gives practical and financial support, developing key workplace skills such as confidence and motivation. It works with 14 to 30 year olds who have struggled at school, have been in care, are long-term unemployed or have been in trouble with the law.

When: 212 Gloucester Road Bristol

AcerOn Saturday 20th July i will be at Room 212 in Gloucester Road . On show will be oil portraits and landscapes. You are welcome to pop in and have look. To preview the paintings in the exhibition please visit http://www.room212.co.uk/person.jsp?who=1qro8bd4iohoe
To visit my website gallery please visit www.rogercarrington.co.ukMiss Zoe and Possum

When: Sunday 20th July, from 10.30am - 5pm. Free Entry.

An exciting new and vibrant event featuring producers and growers of
beautiful food and flowers from all over the West Country. A real family day
out with live demonstrations, activities and refreshments for all ages.

When: 21st July-23rd August

Photography competition & exhibition by 'Second Look' taking place in July/ August 2008
Cyan Arts, in the St. Nicholas market, Bristol, Will be hosting the exhibition and competition and Venue magazine will be helping to let wanna-be photographers know about the event.
Snappers are challenged to take a second look at our city and get involved in the photo competition to show their unusual views of Bristol.

See regular updates at

www.myspace.com/bristolasecondlook

Or come into Cyan Arts for more details.

When: 31st July

Cineformation: Storyboarding

Thursday 31 July 2008, Watershed Media Centre, Bristol, BS1 5TX

Ever wondered how the director visualises their film before shooting?

The storyboard artist often has a fundamental part to play in bringing filmmakers ideas to life and at this month’s Cineformation we’ll be showing you how it’s done. Guest speakers will include Richard Starzecki – who’s comic book background gives him a unique approach to realising a film’s artistic style – and filmmakers who’ll answer your questions and talk you through the process of collaboration and bridging the gap between original concept and finished film.

This event is free, please collect a ticket from the Box Office on the night.

When: Friday 8th and Saturday 9th, 11am-9pm | Sunday 10th and Monday 11th, 11am-5pm | Tuesday 12th, 11am-2pm

A must see selling exhibition, Elsewhere is a nomadic group of contemporary artists, showcasing new fresh talent of both mature and emerging professionals.

Working across a diverse range of media and processes, such works range from traditional sculptural and two dimensional media to installation and participatory practices. Whether your interests lay in traditional or contemporary practices, ‘Elsewhere’ offers something for everyone.

When: 6th September - 1st October

The hugely popular Bristol Art open submissions show makes a welcome return. Showcasing some of the best Bristol has to offer with the only restriction being a BS postcode - eclectic, challenging and accessible if you see any show this year make it the BAS!
Centrespace Gallery,
6 Leonard Lane,
Bristol
BS11EA

info@centrespacegallery.com
www.centrespacegallery.com

Opening Times:
6th September – 1st October
11am till 6pm daily

When: Saturday the 13th of September

The Knowle West Arts Trail called Gifted is being organised by Tracey Pool - Development Worker for The Tree of Life Knowle West & Tana Holmes, Arts Officer ( Bristol South )

www.treeoflifeknowlewest.org.uk

Founder, Main Organiser - Tracey Pool

" BRING OUT YOUR TREASURES "

When: 27th and 28th September.

All resident artists, crafters or interested parties of St Werburghs (and even further afield if there is enough space) are welcome to take part and/or help out with the planning and organisation. For further information please email stwerburghsartstrail@yahoo.co.uk.

When: 27th and 28th September 2008

Windmill Hill & Victoria Park Arts Trail

Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th September 2008
Art on the Hill arts trail takes place in the vibrant, artistically rich and compact areas of Windmill Hill and Victoria Park, South Bristol.

This is a free community event which is open to everyone.
You will be welcomed into artists' homes, a gallery and a community venue to view the work of local artists. Paintings, sculpture, textiles, glass, drawings, jewellery, ceramics, installation and film will be on show, representing a hugely diverse group of artists.

This event has been organised exclusively by volunteers and it would be fantastic if you came along to support all their hard work. All you have to do is spend a great afternoon wandering the streets of this colourful area, visiting the homes of a talented group of artists.

Remember to look out for the windmills!