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Blog — 30 July 2018
To what extent does the Arts Industry offer support to people dealing with mental health problems? Both externally and within the industry?
Mental health is an increasing issue worldwide, amongst both young and older generations. 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem each year. I believe more help is needed for people dealing with mental health […]
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How-to Guide — 2 August 2017
How to get into the arts: internships and work experience
This is a broad estimation of the situation, but the fundamental part of it is, while the adage 'once you get your foot in, you're set', is true, you need to make sure your footprint is big enough.
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Feature — 31 October 2015
What has happened in visual art since Arts Award was born?
This December, we'll be celebrating Arts Award's 10th Birthday by asking you to vote for the best of visual art from the last ten years! Here are some of our highlights to get you thinking…let us know what we've missed […]
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Interview — 12 April 2024
How to gain community trust through art with Steve Allbutt, founder of StudioName
Steve shares how StudioName has engaged the local Leicester community through art and creativity
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Blog — 23 October 2019
Why is there a lack of art galleries?
Researched and Written by Danni Ruth 23/10/2019
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Blog — 6 June 2019
Is Dance A Sport or an Art?
For my Gold Arts Award Unit 1D, I looked into the modern debate of whether a sport is a an art form ...
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Blog — 21 February 2019
Formulating a view- The Teaching of Arts in Schools
Politicians argue the arts’ cost out ways its importance, yet I would argue that by allowing the creativity and expression of young people the world would be a much better place.
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Feature — 3 January 2019
Interview: 'Idiot' artist burns his fine art degree, calls it art!
Devonshire artist Tom Stockley, aka t.s. idiot, burnt his fine art degree and often wears a turkey hat. But he's no fool, that's for sure...
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Interview — 8 June 2018
Want My Job? with Holly Sandiford - Arts Company Director
Alongside her colleague Melanie, Holly runs an arts and well-being organisation in Norwich, working with various communities and groups to create all kinds of artwork. Let's see what she has to say!
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Review — 30 September 2017
Unit 2e - Leadership project review - Gold Arts Award specialising in glass art and poetry
This is my write-up of my leadership project and how I feel I have developed my leadership skills. Also included are photographs of my students' work and their assessment of my workshops
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Blog — 3 July 2017
Is Dance a Sport or an Art?
There has always been an ongoing debate about whether dance is a sport or an art and there are a variety of social groups who have opposing views. I believe that dance is both a sport and an art however […]
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News — 27 October 2021
Elton John condemns government’s treatment of the arts in Brexit deal
The pop icon has said that the government’s treatment of the arts sector is “so f*****g disgusting”.
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Blog — 14 June 2021
How climate change is reflected in contemporary art
We know art has the power and the mission to convey a message in a way that moves people. How are contemporary artists talking about climate change through their pieces?
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News — 6 August 2020
Abdul Shayek: new Artistic Director of Tara Arts
Abdul Shayek is the new Artistic Director & Joint CEO of Tara Arts
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Feature — 30 October 2015
What has happened in spoken word since Arts Award was born?
This December, we'll be celebrating Arts Award's 10th Birthday by asking you to vote for the best of spoken word poetry from the last ten years! Here are some of our highlights to get you thinking…let us know what we've […]
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Interview — 12 September 2018
Want my job? with Cat Sercombe, Head of Arts Award, Trinity College London
'Don’t be afraid to ask people for help along the way and be persistent... If you want to carve out a career in the creative and cultural industries, then you will make it happen'
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Blog — 25 July 2023
Tools and techniques to help you reflect on an art project
From digital tools to techniques, below is our round-up of things to help you reflect. Why not try out a few?
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Interview — 6 April 2023
Interview with Pawlet Brookes MBE, Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage
"I think early on in my career, working with Nina Simone and Gil Scott Heron were defining moments, but looking back now, even the opportunity to see young people that I have worked with grow and flourish in their careers […]