Please bring with you a collection of “resources” drawn from any aspect of your artistic research or practice. This could be an artwork, a text, an object, a place, an image, a story, a tool - whatever you can think of.

Workshop description 

As a multidisciplinary artist, I carry many methods with me, from different aspects of my practice. My background in dance introduced me to the concept of call and response - a method of improvised interaction between musicians and dancers where both become simultaneously the caller and the responder. This method led me to African cosmology and the work of Fred Moten, exploring the ways that history is always already happening and the response is already there waiting.  From my background making performance I learned of the RSVP cycle method for creating performative works. RSVP cycles is a response system developed in 1969 by Anna Halprin (choreographer) and Lawrence Halprin (architect) as a way to explore collaborative, and process oriented making. This response system utilises Resources - Scores, Value-action - Performance (RSVP). I like to interpret these elements as Research - Scripting - Thinking - Action (experience). 

In this workshop I will share some of my previous works and talk about how Call and Response and the RSVP cycles fed into my making processes.

I will then lead you through some tasks to explore ways of using these methods to create your own performative work, incorporating the different elements of your own creative practice. 

Our commitment to artistic accessibility remains paramount. We envision exhibitions that serve as vibrant platforms for diverse artistic voices, inviting dialogue and promoting critical thinking. Beyond mere observation, we strive to be reactionary forces, actively channeling our artistic expression into projects that directly address these critical challenges.

Collaboration is the cornerstone of our mission. We recognize the amplified impact achieved by working together, reaching a broader audience and fostering a synergistic exchange of ideas. Our exhibitions will manifest this spirit, showcasing a multitude of perspectives and promoting open discourse.

However, our influence extends beyond the gallery walls. We are dedicated to engaging the next generation through specifically designed public events for young people. Interactive workshops and thought-provoking discussions will empower and equip them to actively participate in shaping a more just and sustainable future.

We invite you to join us on this transformative journey. Regardless of your artistic experience, your voice and vision are vital contributions. Together, we can transform art into a powerful tool for positive change, leaving a lasting impact on the world.

This manifesto is only the beginning. We encourage you to actively participate in this dialogue, challenge our perspectives, inspire us with your vision, and most importantly, create alongside us. Let us champion the power of art and collectively strive for a future where it truly matters.

Some info here:

https://www.waspsstudios.org.uk/project/the-briggait-phase-2/

5pm Kayleigh S McGuinness, Founder & Lead Artist of Creative Hangouts

Manifesto building (informal) (1hr)

27th Feb Talk with Rabiya Choudhry, visual artist and painter (1hr)

Skill sharing (1hr) Mridula and Leah, half an hour each

5th March Workshop with Ardis and Angel from Rumpus Room, building and planning workshops (1hr 30)

12th March Martin curator talk – gallery 2

Tues 2nd July - Making session 4 exhibition

Tues 9th July - Making session 4 exhibition

Tues 16th July - Making / Install

Friday 19th July - Install Day!

we can decide next week what date you might like to have an opening celebration for your exhibition and Angela and I can arrange that for you! Very exciting stuff <3

We will then plan an opening celebration where you can invite friends and family on Tuesday 20^th August.

So, you now have just over three weeks to complete artworks and labels, I would also like you to think about the informal sessions you were hoping to hold in the space and how these can be marketed.

You are welcome to use the studio to continue working on the exhibition: Tuesdays and Fridays 10-4pm.

And on the following Saturdays: 20^th July, 3^rd August, 17^th August 10-4pm.

If you would like to come in at any time outside of these please drop myself or Angela an email and we will let you know if there is anyone available to give you access.

Please let me know if you have any questions or queries around these dates, or about the exhibition in general.

There will be non-alcoholic refreshments and vegan snacks (currently looking into external caterers). I will create an invite for the opening in the next few weeks and you can share this with your friends and family!

I have made a list for each of us of jobs that need doing in the next two weeks. The deadline for the completion of all artworks is Tuesday 6th August. I have included mine and Angela's current lists so that we all feel comfortable with what each other are doing. Remember that if you are feeling unsure as to whether you can complete your tasks, please let me or Angela know as soon as possible and we can work out how we can support you with this.

The majority of tasks are about finishing artworks and creating labels. Next week we will have a brief talk in our session about how to write accessible object labels for your exhibition. Please come to next weeks session with this in mind and some ideas as to what you want to include in your label. On all of your task-lists is to send all photos that you have of GYG, the studio, workshops, and any art you have made in sessions to Angela this week please!

Please refer back to these lists:

Abie:

send all photos of group, space, workshops, and art to Angela

complete textile artwork

complete zine file and send to Josey

write label for textile artwork

Write label for zine (could we ask Laura to do this?)

Amina:

send all photos of group, space, workshops, art to Angela

Print cyanotype cushion covers

write label for 'Protect Trans Kids' print

Design sticker installation board and other MDF board

Nat:

send all photos of group, space, workshops, art to Angela

complete beaded artwork

write label for beaded artwork

Design sticker installation board and other MDF board

Joss:

send all photos of group, space, workshops, art to Angela

write group text for picture board

write exhibition text

Design sticker installation board and other MDF board

Mridula:

send all photos of group, space, workshops, art to Angela

complete film artwork

write label for film and clay artworks

Design sticker installation board and other MDF board

Josey:

Create Graphic for exhibition marketing

Create invites for community opening

send zine to printers

Create packs for drawers

source fabric for textile work

clean, re-cover and install table and chairs into space

Angela:

Print photos of group, space, workshops, art for MDF board

organise external caterers

create guest-list for opening

send invites to guests