About this Event
Provided in collaboration with Quay Arts, these are bi-monthly group Crit Sessions for creatives working in disciplines such as visual & performance arts, animation, moving image, photography, craft.
Next session: Mon 18 Nov, 6-8 pm
Quay Arts Seminar Room, Newport, FREE
A crit is a critique where one creative will be invited at each session to share their work and speak about their work, idea or a project they are pursuing, looking for honest, constructive feedback from other artists. These sessions will be limited to max 20 places.
Chaired by Alys Scott Hawkins:
The Crit Sessions will be chaired by Alys Scott Hawkins. Alys is a specialist in Artist Support, providing guidance and advice to overcome barriers, plan projects and make funding applications. She is a member of the Artist Council: the advisory panel for a-n: the UK’s largest membership organisation for visual artists. Previously she led the Artist Development programme at 'a space' arts, Southampton, drawing on her long-standing networks within the arts sector across the region.
To find out more about Alys and her work, please .
Presenting on Mon 18 Nov 2024: Vicky Wilson
Artist Vicky Wilson, will present her project 'Below the Surface'. This captivating series of experimental short films uses paint, light, projection, and sound to explore the complexity of hidden emotions, creating a unique and immersive experience.
Vicky Wilson is an artist and designer, whose work spans digital, physical, and multi-disciplinary formats. Her past projects include an award-winning advertising campaign for The National Army Museum and exhibitions at Quay Arts and Monkton Arts. In 'Below the Surface', she continues her exploration of minimal lines, bold contrasts, and fluid forms, encouraging viewers to connect with their own emotions through her work.
To learn more about Vicky’s work:
Website: vickywilsonart.com
Instagram: @vickywilsonart
This is a unique opportunity for Isle of Wight creatives to gain valuable feedback, share insights, and develop their practice in a supportive group setting. All creatives are welcome!
The event will take place upstairs in the Seminar Room next to the Cafe at Quay Arts.
If you would like to be considered for future Crit Sessions, please email [email protected] a brief outline of what you’d like to present, along with any links to your work and technical requirements to show your work
Venue address: Quay Arts, Sea Street, Newport Harbour, IW PO30 5BD (access via side terrace entrance door). The bar will be open during these sessions and there will be a chance to network with other creatives after the discussions. We’ll also hear from the Quay Arts team about opportunities coming up at the Centre.
Parking available via two car parks on Little London Rd and Sea Street. Buses also regularly come into Newport from all areas of the Island and is a 5 min walk from the bus station.
Photo of Alys Scott Hawkins by Maria Bell.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Quay Arts, 15 Sea Street, Newport, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
