The SYNAPSE festival 2010
The SYNAPSE visual arts festival aims to profile the work of emerging artists from the three cities of Derby, Leicester and Nottingham in order to create an environment where talent is supported and creativity is allowed to flourish.
Just as a SYNAPSE acts an interface between a nerve and a cell, to create activity, the SYNAPSE festival aims to create exciting cultural activity in the region by working with creative and inspiring artists.
In addition to the opportunity of showing work in some of the most prominent exhibition spaces in the region, you will also be professionally marketed through the venues and through a specific SYANAPSE website, leaflets, posters and catalogues. These will be available for portfolios.
Related activities include: Exhibition preview, Artist Talks, Exhibition tours, Workshops and a Post Graduate symposium.
Time: April – June 2010
Theme: Genesis
Venues: Deda, Derby University, BBC Big Screen, Derby, New Arts Exchange, Nottingham, Royal Derby hospital
Financial support:
There is funding available to help towards the production of new work. *
Nature of work:
Painting, photography, print, sculptures and film
(Work will be displayed in predominantly un-invigilated public spaces. 2D work is preferable, although small scale sculpture will be considered)
How to Apply/Criteria:
Applicants should be in professional practice for less than 5 years.
Closing date for applications:
21.12.2009
Please contact Saira Lloyd for further information, expressions of interest and an application form on: 07867787547 or email sairalloyd@ntlworld.com
You are asked to provide:
A completed application form, C.V.
Up to 5 images of work
Artist Statement
Project proposal of 300 words (max.) for new work if applying for funding
A £5.00 organisational fee.
* Dependent on a successful Arts Council Grant
