Taking Place: Lincoln 2023 Programme
Starting from May 2023 the UK New Artists 'Taking Place: Lincoln’ programme fully launches!
In partnership with local sector leading organisations in Lincoln, UKNA are hosting an exciting and informative programme of online and in-person talks; blending the perspective of artists, industry professionals and future producers as part of Taking Place: Lincoln. These free events are open to everyone.
UK New Artists Taking Place: Lincoln Public Programme
On Thursday 7th September UKNA are hosting an in-person talk and a film screening at the Lincoln Arts Centre. More details can be found below.
Photo: Laura Guthrie
Thursday 7th September
An Artist's Perspective: Arts Facilitation and Accessibility with Laura Guthrie (BSL interpretation included)
Time: 19.00 - 20.00
Location: Lincoln Arts Centre, Brayford Pool, University of Lincoln, LN6 7TS
As the Artist Development Manager at Graeae, with 30 years of experience and a diverse range of roles in the creative industry, Laura brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her work. Audiences can expect to gain valuable insights into accessible theatre practices and the importance of creating inclusive structures. Laura's extensive experience in collaborating with Deaf, Disabled, and Neurodiverse creatives ensures a perspective that is both insightful and transformative.
Photo: Pierce Starre
Thursday 7th September
An Artist's Perspective: Film Screening of ‘Reet Good’ and Q&A with Pierce Starre (BSL interpretation included)
Time: 20.00 - 22.00
Location: Lincoln Arts Centre, Brayford Pool, University of Lincoln, LN6 7TS
The film documents the first ‘Reet Good’ project, an electric, dynamic and trail-blazing event of Live Performance Art. 'Reet Good' seeks to break down barriers, challenge preconceptions and boldly centre and illuminate the work of Deaf, Disabled and Nuerodivergent Artists. The film follows the journey of artists on a 4 day residency, lead by Pierce Starre, shared at QUAD Derby. During this residency, artists articulated and developed their individual practice within a temporary environment of co-creation and collective sharing. Following the film screening, you'll have the chance to delve deeper into the artist's vision, motivations, and artistic process during a Q&A session with Pierce Starre led by Laura Guthrie.
‘Reet Good’ was supported through the Arts Council England National Lottery Project Grants as part of the UKNA Future Producers programme.
Silencer by Maja Zećo at UKNA City Takeover: Leicester 2022. Photo by Matthew Cawrey
Friday 8th September
An Artist's Perspective: Using Play for Work with Maja Zećo
Time: 19.00 - 20.30
Location: Lincoln Museum, Danes Terrace, Lincoln, LN2 1LP
Through site-specific and relational artworks, Maja explores the intricate intertwining of personal and collective narratives of identity and history. Maja's unique approach to her work involves the ‘Silencer’ performance in sensory impairment sound walking suit. The suit absorbs urban noise, enabling the wearer to experience silence while hidden binaural microphones record surrounding environmental sounds.
During this talk, audiences will delve into Maja's playful and thought-provoking creative process, which centres around site-specific and relational artworks, and the profound interplay between personal and collective narratives of identity.
Recordings of Talks
Photo: Ioney Smallhorne
An Artist’s Perspective: Creative Practice and the Archive with Ioney Smallhorne
Discover how Ioney utilises archives as a powerful method of creative research. In this thought-provoking talk, Ioney reflects on her spoken word practice, providing valuable insights into her artistic process and archives' transformative role in shaping her work.
Please Watch Your Step, 2019, Agnes Ársælsdóttir. Photo by Chiara Giardi
An Artist's Perspective: Creation by Interacting with Nature and Landscape with Agnes Ársælsdóttir
Agnes Ársælsdóttir offers an intriguing and thought-provoking discussion, providing a unique insight into the process of using nature and landscape as a central part of creative practice. In this discussion, Agnes opens a gateway to a whole new realm of perception and engagement, inviting us to reimagine our relationship with the world.
To discover the full Taking Place: Lincoln 2023 Programme and more information about the artist talks click the button below.
‘Thatcher-Rite’ performance by Jack Boal at UKNA Taking Place: Lincoln sharing event, November 2022. Photo by Sophie Lavender
UK New Artists will celebrate the year-long Taking Place: Lincoln project in October 2023 with a free showcasing and celebration event of the work created by the New Artist Collective and the Creative Citizens. Audiences will be invited to explore and engage with an exciting programme of exhibitions, performances and original art in public spaces across Lincoln.
We are excited to be joined on this journey by the Lincoln Museum, Lincoln Arts Centre, SO Festival, The MashUP, Sincil Bank Community Partnership, The Chateau, and local and national artists to deliver a collaborative programme for everyone.
Keep an eye out for more information coming soon about the UKNA showcasing and celebration event in October 2023.
