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Nothing About Us Without Us
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Nothing About Us Without Us

Yesterday I took a trip to Manchester to visit the People’s History Museum. I have been looking forward to visiting for some time, as it is very relevant to my interests and work in activism and background in sociology and history. My first stop was the temporary exhibition on the ground floor ‘Nothing about us without us’. I was struck firstly by the exhibition poster created by Dolly Sen (2012), depicting a charity collection can - it is wounding to see such imagery, so simple yet effective.

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Interim Show Prep & Shoot
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Interim Show Prep & Shoot

There was a mix of emotions, preparing for the Interim Show, and an awful lot to learn. My initial intentions were to have a physical installation at Trinity Buoy Wharf - anything else felt second best, and almost as if I had failed. Jonathan helped me to realise the logistics of getting a heavy concrete structure to London would perhaps detract from the magic of creating. I decided following a chat with him, that setting up the installation at home, and doing a photo and film shoot would be a different dynamic, and one that I would certainly enjoy.

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Pop-Up Shop Raw Deal
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Pop-Up Shop Raw Deal

I’ve noticed more and more pop-up craft shops and galleries opening up, in different areas. I love the way local councils are utilising empty shops on the high street, and giving artists an opportunity to showcase their work.

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The Case of the Red Shoes
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The Case of the Red Shoes

I came across an art installation in the centre of Lancaster earlier this week. I was immediately drawn to it and went over to speak to the artists involved, to find out more.

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The Opening of ICONS
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The Opening of ICONS

Preparations for the ICONS exhibition were hard work, to say the least. One of the things that really struck me, was so many things that were sacrificed in order to achieve what I wanted to with the exhibition. It made me question whether it was all worth it. Time will tell.

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