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Artist’s Salon with Essex Cultural Diversity Project at designermakers21 | Saturday 7th September 11am -3.30pm

Essex Cultural Diversity Project runs a programme of Salons, which are networking events offering professional support, insight and training to creative practitioners, professionals and organisations working in diversity, in collaboration with partners across the East of England.

The next Salon takes place on Saturday 7 September hosted by designermakers21 in Diss and provides an opportunity for creative practitioners in the area, and those engaged with their communities who want to develop creative projects, to bring their ideas for projects, programmes and collaborations, and access some advice and information sharing in a supportive environment. We will discuss making applications to Arts Council England and other funders, and discuss any relevant local opportunities.

Pictured above: Creatives at the Salon event in Rochford, 2023

Programme

The programme for the day will include a session on applying for Arts Council England Project Grants. This includes:

  • A presentation on the Arts Council England application process and time for questions and discussion. We can also look at other funding sources.
  • We will be able to take ideas and concepts for projects and discuss them and consider how to approach the application process.
  • We can discuss any local issues, context or opportunities (bring anything to the session you want to discuss)
  • Lunch will be provided (with time for informal discussion and networking)

Who Should Attend?

The event will be aimed at emerging or more established artists/arts organisations, or representatives from organisations who want to develop creative projects. Ideally based in South Norfolk or the wider East region, attendees may have had little or no prior experience of accessing funding support for Culturally Diverse work in the region.

To book:

For more information and to book your free place, email jo@essexcdp.com

artist salon for funding applications with Essex Cultural Diversity project

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Showcase Exhibition | August – October 2024

We are delighted to welcome three local artists in the Showcase for August, September and October.

Displaying their work are Jo Shepherd, Jo McGregor and Tori Grigg (Smith Co Goods).

Jo Shepherd is a land, sea and skyscape artist. Her pieces transport you to the coast and rural landscapes with their delicate nature. A calmness echoes all around.

Jo McGregor is a print maker and mixed media artist. Jo’s pieces are captivating, with a great handle on colour, light and shade.

Tori Grigg, AKA Smith Co Goods crafts gorgeous handmade scented soy candles and diffusers. With a nod to scents from nature, from hedgerow to forest, linen to hive.

Visit the Showcase upstairs at designermakers21 every Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm.

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Summer Expo ’24 | 1st -24th August

designermakers21 fourth Summer Open Exhibition showcases the work of 50 local artists, working across disciplines including painting, print, textiles, metalwork and wood sculpting. It is a celebration of local talent and creativity!

The exhibition is free to visit, and runs from the 1st – 24th August 2024, and is on display in the upstairs gallery at designermakers21, open Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm.

summer exhibition 2024 at designermakers21 the image shows a range of work from the exhibition, which is open until the 24th august every thursday to saturday 10am-5pm
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‘Nurture’, An exhibition by East Anglian based Design Nation members | 4th – 27th July 2024

Nurture (verb) – care for and protect (someone or something) while they are growing

Thursday 4th July to Saturday 27th July
Open Thursday-Saturday 10am to 5pm in the Upstairs Gallery at designermakers21

Saturday 20th July 11am-3pm – Meet the Makers

Design Nation is the leading membership portfolio for contemporary craft and design in the UK. The East Anglian group hub was formed in 2020, and connects makers working from their studios in Suffolk, Essex and Norfolk. Having met frequently over zoom for the past four years, six members have come together to exhibit their work. ‘Nurture’ encapsulates an exploration of each maker’s connections with their local environment.

Working across disciplines including Weave, Embroidery, Ceramics, French Beading and Mixed Media, the conversations, and connections, between makers’ practices centre around becoming increasingly environmentally conscious.
Makers draw upon a variety of backgrounds and experiences, from working in the fashion and textile industry, to an increasing awareness of the amount of plastic in everyday life. The impact of human activity and climate change on the East Anglian landscape, serve as a catalyst for all six makers to strive to reduce the environmental impact of their work. Many utilise waste materials; transforming single use plastic, paper pulp and nylon offcuts into highly tactile, contemporary art works, and repurposing textile industry surplus yarns to create handwoven interior pieces.
Where materials cannot be repurposed, artists make conscious decisions about sourcing sustainable materials, minimising waste and energy consumption. All seek to achieve balance and harmony with the natural environment.

Featuring Work by:
Caroline Hyde-Brown
Holly Parr
Pamela Print
Lucie Summers
Kate Welton
Karen Whiterod

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Diss High School A-Level Art Exhibition | 13th – 22nd June 2024

We are excited to once again host A-Level Art and Design students from Diss High, who will be showcasing their coursework and final pieces in our upstairs exhibition space.

The exhibition will run from 13th June to 22nd June, and is open Thursday to Saturday 10am-4pm.

Private View Friday 14th June 4pm-6pm at designermakers21.

Diss High A-Level Art exhibition at designermakers21, Diss, 14th-22nd June 2024
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Mandala Mosaic Workshop with Joy Holden – Fundraising Event | Saturday 1st June 10am-12.30pm, 1.30pm-4pm

Saturday 1st June 2024, in the upstairs gallery at designermakers21
Morning Workshop: 10am-12.30pm
Afternoon Workshop: 1.30pm-4pm
Cost (materials included) £20 per person

Produce your very own mandala mosaic in 2.5hrs. Learn the direct method and, using preformed glass and ceramic tesserae, create your own design. Glue, grout and take home your finished work.

With a plethora of exciting colours and shapes to choose from, and guidance from Joy.

You can book your workshop place at the front desk in designermakers21 Thursdays-Saturdays 10am to 5pm.

mandala mosaic workshop with Joy Holden at designermakers21 saturday 1st june, tickets available from designermakers21 Thursday to Saturdays 10am to 5pm
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Showcase Exhibition | May – July 2024

We are delighted to welcome three local artists to the Showcase for May, June & July.

Exhibiting work are Becky Whatley, Charlotte Todd and Matt Reeves.

Becky Whatley, back by popular demand, works wonders with wood, pyrography and oil paint to produce stunning pictures. Becky is also showcasing her needle felted creatures.

Charlotte Todd is presenting her collaged pieces. Made using repurposed materials, these pictures are very attractive.

Matt Reeves, of Wood Glow Designs, is displaying his hand crafted furniture and homewares.

Visit the Showcase gallery upstairs at designermakers21 every Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm.

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REUSE IN ACTION, a day of Re-Use demonstrations and ‘Have-a-Go’ Craft activities | Saturday 11th May, 11am-3pm

‘REUSE In Action’ on Saturday 11th May.

Come along 11am-3pm to watch ‘reuse’ demonstrations, and try out a range of Craft processes. Some activities may require booking on the day. Donations welcome to support designermakersCIO ‘Raise Our Roof’ fundraising appeal for essential building repairs.

REUSE Exhibition runs from 4th-25th May in the upstairs gallery at designermakers21, open Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm.

Reuse exhibition at designermakers21 4th-25th May 2024 in Diss, Norfolk
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REUSE Exhibition | 4th – 25th May 2024

An exhibition which celebrates giving things a new life.

Opens 4th May, and runs until 25th May in the upstairs gallery at designermakers21. Visit the exhibition Thursday to Saturday, 10am-5pm.

Running in conjunction with the exhibition is ‘REUSE In Action’ on Saturday 11th May. Come along 11am-3pm to watch ‘reuse’ demonstrations, and try out a range of Craft processes. Some activities may require booking on the day. Donations welcome to support designermakersCIO ‘Raise Our Roof’ fundraising for essential building repairs.

Reuse exhibition at designermakers21 4th-25th May 2024 in Diss, Norfolk
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FREE ‘Have a Go’ Day, try out different Crafts with our members | Saturday 4th May, 11am-3pm

Come along on Saturday 4th May between 11am-3pm and try out different Craft activities with our members and visiting artists!

Mosaic Fish with Joy Holden

Peg Loom Weaving with Karen Versfeld

Clay Pinch Pots with Kate Welton

Pyrography Handrails & Horns with David and Becky Whatley

Lino Print Cards with Mike Fenton & Annette Rolston

Pronto Plate Lithography with Paul Sharrock

mosaic fish have a go activity at designermakers21 Saturday 4th May