Thanks to Jon and the guys for including us in their Filmdash project, the results of which can be seen here:
http://vimeo.com/2008168
Wednesday 22 October 2008
Wednesday 15 October 2008
EVENT
NOTICE
concerning
ROOKERY HOUSE ERDINGTON
TO RAISE AWARENESS OF THE PLIGHT OF THE HOUSE
on
18TH October 2008
there will be MEETING & ART EXHIBITION
from 11 O'clock lasting until 4 O'clock that evening.
Hosted by
The Rookery House Trust
Under the Auspices of Mr Phil Mist.
*
FEATURING THE DIVERSE TALENTS OF
MEMBERS OF ERDINGTON ARTS FORUM
showing their recent work concerning Whales
&
Mr Patrick Hayes (Speaker)
&
The Opportunity to Discuss Rookery House
with All & Sundry.
*
Come one, come all
Entrance is free and refreshments will be available!
For further details visit www.erdoarts.blogspot.com
email admin.erdo@gmail.com
concerning
ROOKERY HOUSE ERDINGTON
TO RAISE AWARENESS OF THE PLIGHT OF THE HOUSE
on
18TH October 2008
there will be MEETING & ART EXHIBITION
from 11 O'clock lasting until 4 O'clock that evening.
Hosted by
The Rookery House Trust
Under the Auspices of Mr Phil Mist.
*
FEATURING THE DIVERSE TALENTS OF
MEMBERS OF ERDINGTON ARTS FORUM
showing their recent work concerning Whales
&
Mr Patrick Hayes (Speaker)
&
The Opportunity to Discuss Rookery House
with All & Sundry.
*
Come one, come all
Entrance is free and refreshments will be available!
For further details visit www.erdoarts.blogspot.com
email admin.erdo@gmail.com
Monday 29 September 2008
EAF meeting 25 09 08
EMERGENCY ART SHOW
!!!Rookery House closing at the end of October!!!
We discussed the possibility of marking the closure of Rookery House with a small event and Saturday 18th October was suggested for a get together. If you can join in great.
Let's show some art, have some music and discuss the future of the house.
Get in touch.
Cheers
S
!!!Rookery House closing at the end of October!!!
We discussed the possibility of marking the closure of Rookery House with a small event and Saturday 18th October was suggested for a get together. If you can join in great.
Let's show some art, have some music and discuss the future of the house.
Get in touch.
Cheers
S
Friday 26 September 2008
EAF meet Claudia Losi @ The Mailbox
Our work for Claudia Losi's Balena project culminated on Monday 22nd of September when we visited the Ikon show to share our art with Claudia and the team from Ikon gallery. Earlier in the day the children from Erdington Hall school had visited to see their work amongst much excitement. The toy whales looked wonderful hanging in the space and everyone was thrilled to see the result of all the effort put in by the children and the Erdo seamsters to bring their drawings to life.
A little later Claudia spoke to us about the project (with background sound effects from the technicians setting up the show!) which led into us all taking turns to describe our pieces and some of the thought and considerations that went into making them. It was obvious from these talks that we were all moved by our involvment and passion and humour very much set the tone.
Claudia was most gracious with her comments and questions & she and Emma (Bowen, Ikon Education team) showed their appreciation for our efforts in no uncertain terms. We hope that this will be as memorable for them as it will be for us and that our part in the Balena project serves to continue and add to the story as the whale travels around the world.
The following day we were invited to lunch at the Ikon and were well looked after and served delicious food in the cafe. Jonathan Watkins (Ikon Director) made a speech to thank all and sundry and it was something of a surreal experience to hear him mention the Forum in the same breath as the international art set who were also in attendance (including artist Martin Creed whose Ikon exhibition opens at the same time) Our thanks go to Jonathan, Emma, Jess Worley (co-ordinator at the Tailors Shop) and of course Claudia herself who is now off to New York for a delayed honeymoon with her husband and a well earned rest. We wish her all the best in this and all her future projects.
Simon Hope 26 08 09
See also: http://balenaproject.blogspot.com/
A little later Claudia spoke to us about the project (with background sound effects from the technicians setting up the show!) which led into us all taking turns to describe our pieces and some of the thought and considerations that went into making them. It was obvious from these talks that we were all moved by our involvment and passion and humour very much set the tone.
Claudia was most gracious with her comments and questions & she and Emma (Bowen, Ikon Education team) showed their appreciation for our efforts in no uncertain terms. We hope that this will be as memorable for them as it will be for us and that our part in the Balena project serves to continue and add to the story as the whale travels around the world.
The following day we were invited to lunch at the Ikon and were well looked after and served delicious food in the cafe. Jonathan Watkins (Ikon Director) made a speech to thank all and sundry and it was something of a surreal experience to hear him mention the Forum in the same breath as the international art set who were also in attendance (including artist Martin Creed whose Ikon exhibition opens at the same time) Our thanks go to Jonathan, Emma, Jess Worley (co-ordinator at the Tailors Shop) and of course Claudia herself who is now off to New York for a delayed honeymoon with her husband and a well earned rest. We wish her all the best in this and all her future projects.
Simon Hope 26 08 09
See also: http://balenaproject.blogspot.com/
Balena @ The Mailbox
Claudia's beautiful and inspiring sculpture of a whales brain,
the childrens toy whales on show and a view of the gallery.
EAF @ Artsfest 08
Well it was all a bit of a last minute rush but we managed to get our stall up and running in time for the opening of Artsfest on Friday 12th Sept and we had a really interesting weekend talking to people and showing our work.
Heather, Ev, Joan and Ron, Patrick and myself chatted with our visitors about what EAF does and there was a lot of interest in the Balena project with people stopping to look at our display of photos and newspaper cuttings from the tailors shop.
This was of course our first time at Artsfest and I think we were all pleased to have taken part and look forward to getting involved next year and with more time to prepare we can have a show that represents the wider interests of the Forum more fully.
So thanks to everyone who came and here's to Artsfest 09.
Simon.
Heather, Ev, Joan and Ron, Patrick and myself chatted with our visitors about what EAF does and there was a lot of interest in the Balena project with people stopping to look at our display of photos and newspaper cuttings from the tailors shop.
This was of course our first time at Artsfest and I think we were all pleased to have taken part and look forward to getting involved next year and with more time to prepare we can have a show that represents the wider interests of the Forum more fully.
So thanks to everyone who came and here's to Artsfest 09.
Simon.
Tuesday 23 September 2008
All Saints Players latest production.
- A S P E C T -
All Saints Players (Erdington) Community Theatre Presents
Hello... Is there Anybody there?
A Farce by IAN HORNBY
7:30 pm
2nd – 4th October 2008
All Saints Church, George Road
(Slade Rd End)
Erdington, Birmingham
Entrance to car park at rear of Broomfield Road
Adults £5 – Child/O.A.P. £3
Refreshments Included
For Bookings and Information
Contact Tina George : 0121-373-1933
All Saints Players (Erdington) Community Theatre Presents
Hello... Is there Anybody there?
A Farce by IAN HORNBY
7:30 pm
2nd – 4th October 2008
All Saints Church, George Road
(Slade Rd End)
Erdington, Birmingham
Entrance to car park at rear of Broomfield Road
Adults £5 – Child/O.A.P. £3
Refreshments Included
For Bookings and Information
Contact Tina George : 0121-373-1933
Saturday 6 September 2008
EAF @ Artsfest '08
We'll be there Sat - Sun in the Artspace at the Council House.
Come along if you can.
For more infomation see the Artsfest homepage here.
Come along if you can.
For more infomation see the Artsfest homepage here.
Wednesday 20 August 2008
Erdington Tapestries now on permanent display at the library.
ERDINGTON COMMUNITY TAPESTRY
The tapestries on show in the library were made in the early 1990's inspired by an original idea by Geoff Bateson then Adult Education Co-ordinator for Erdington.
To begin with the idea was to use the skills of local people to create a single large panel which would trace the transformation of an almost forgotten Warwickshire village to an industrial suburb of England's second city. After a series of meetings it was decided that seperate panels would be created depicting various aspects of Erdington, past and present.
In the Autumn of 1990 an adult education class was set up at the Osborne Road centre led by tutor Jean Brierly and students were assisted in making tapestries which took their inspiration from a broad range of subjects and themes including:
Buildings - Erdington Hall, Rookery House, Pipe Manor.
Churches - Erdington Methodist Church, Six Ways Baptist Church.
Public Houses - The Green Man (now The Lad in the Lane), The Old Roebuck Inn.
Transport - The No2 Tram which ran along the High Street, a horse drawn bus.
Famous incidents - The mysterious murder of Mary Ashford and a hayrick fire which took place at the end of the 19th century.
Personalities of Erdington - Unsung Heroes - George the Verger, Fred the Postman, Jack the Milkman.
Industry - Local gas appliance manufacturer Valor, fighter planes built at Castle Vale (now Jaguar cars).
Miscellaneous - The Erdington Coat of Arms, a map of rural Erdington and panels depicting soldiers from the Warwickshire regiment.
On completion the tapestries were taken to Josiah Mason College and framed by Design & Technology students. In July 1995 the work was exhibited at Rookery House in an event opened by Robin Corbett MP.
After remaining in storage for some time the tapestries are now on show again and Erdington Library is pleased to host this exhibition of the work of local people which celebrates our town.
See pics below.
sdh200808
The tapestries on show in the library were made in the early 1990's inspired by an original idea by Geoff Bateson then Adult Education Co-ordinator for Erdington.
To begin with the idea was to use the skills of local people to create a single large panel which would trace the transformation of an almost forgotten Warwickshire village to an industrial suburb of England's second city. After a series of meetings it was decided that seperate panels would be created depicting various aspects of Erdington, past and present.
In the Autumn of 1990 an adult education class was set up at the Osborne Road centre led by tutor Jean Brierly and students were assisted in making tapestries which took their inspiration from a broad range of subjects and themes including:
Buildings - Erdington Hall, Rookery House, Pipe Manor.
Churches - Erdington Methodist Church, Six Ways Baptist Church.
Public Houses - The Green Man (now The Lad in the Lane), The Old Roebuck Inn.
Transport - The No2 Tram which ran along the High Street, a horse drawn bus.
Famous incidents - The mysterious murder of Mary Ashford and a hayrick fire which took place at the end of the 19th century.
Personalities of Erdington - Unsung Heroes - George the Verger, Fred the Postman, Jack the Milkman.
Industry - Local gas appliance manufacturer Valor, fighter planes built at Castle Vale (now Jaguar cars).
Miscellaneous - The Erdington Coat of Arms, a map of rural Erdington and panels depicting soldiers from the Warwickshire regiment.
On completion the tapestries were taken to Josiah Mason College and framed by Design & Technology students. In July 1995 the work was exhibited at Rookery House in an event opened by Robin Corbett MP.
After remaining in storage for some time the tapestries are now on show again and Erdington Library is pleased to host this exhibition of the work of local people which celebrates our town.
See pics below.
sdh200808
Monday 18 August 2008
Monday 4 August 2008
News
Ikon Gallery
Claudia Losi
Balena Project - Erdington, Birmingham, 2008
Claudia Losi
Balena Project - Erdington, Birmingham, 2008
For the last 3 years Ikon has been working in Erdington through the City Council’s Arts Champions Scheme. This year, Ikon is working with acclaimed Italian artist, Claudia Losi who will be presenting a 25metre cashmere whale in the centre of Birmingham in Sept / Oct 08. During the lead up to this project, Ikon's Education Team has spent a week working with Losi herself and 85 children from Erdington Hall Primary School who, following a period of creative research produced a series of whale drawings. During August 2008, these drawings will be transformed into a collection of small, fabric whales by a team of creative people in the old Salvation Army Charity Shop – 3 New Street, Erdington. The children will then bring these soft-toys as a gift to the large whale during the Autumn.
We are currently looking for people who’d like to join the project team who will be racing against time to make the small, fabric whales. We can cover basic expenses for those who commit to participating for at least 8 days over the Summer … alternatively, we’d be really pleased to see people who’d just like to pop in for an hour or two and spend a friendly, informal afternoon sewing.
Opening Times:
Tuesday – Saturday, 11am – 3pm
Admission is free
From 24 September to 16 November 2008, Italian artist Claudia Losi will exhibit Balena, a 25metre cashmere whale in Birmingham – watch this space for location and opening times …
For more information about Ikon, please visit http://www.ikon-gallery.co.uk/ or call 0121 248 0708
Opening Times:
Tuesday – Saturday, 11am – 3pm
Admission is free
From 24 September to 16 November 2008, Italian artist Claudia Losi will exhibit Balena, a 25metre cashmere whale in Birmingham – watch this space for location and opening times …
For more information about Ikon, please visit http://www.ikon-gallery.co.uk/ or call 0121 248 0708
Tuesday 4 March 2008
Friday 29 February 2008
Newsletter
Erdington Arts Forum
Newsletter 02
30.01.08/29.02.08
Hello everybody.
I trust you are all warm and well and busy planning new art and projects for the coming months. If all goes according to plan we'll be needing loads of stuff from you all to cover the walls of Erdington this year. The main initiative is to develop a programme of events that will constitute Erdington Arts Festival which we want to coincide with Birmingham Arts Fest (which takes place 12th - 14th Sept).
There are of course pros and cons to this as the deadline for Artsfest applications is 28th March so we need to get our skates on firstly with formulating a group constitution which I will be drafting in consultation with Patrick and then presenting to the membership for comments and suggestions. It's vital that we do this as it will give a stong position from which to apply for funding. (Possible applications to Awards for All/Arts Council West Midlands/Birmingham City Council)
Briefly the Festival would comprise all or some of the following:
Theatrical presentations from All Saints Players
Art Exhibition by members of EAF
Photography by (untitled) Photography Collective
Film presentations (from Andy Spencer, myself & others)
Art Exhibition by members of North Birmingham Community Arts
Displays from Birmingham Model Railway Society (and maybe some Scalextric as well)
Public Art projects to involve local schools and other members of the local community (eg Themed painting project for the security boards now going up around St Barnabas Church)
Possible contributions/support from the Ikon. (One of their proposed projects in Erdington this year includes a 23metre long Whale made from textiles by artist Claudia Losi!)
Artist talks and workshops.
So lots of exciting possibilities and a pulling together of all our resources which are many and varied. We have the possibility of using the Cincinatti building as our main exhibition site along with other locations in Erdington (local shops etc and hopefully use of the shop space in Central Square as a gallery) Also Claire Turner from the Ikon has offered their services in regard to curatorial advice and other support and we shall be meeting with her this week to discuss this further as well as liasing with Erdington Town Centre Partnership to garner their support.
The intention is that we form sub-commitees to address issues such as funding, publicity, resources, liason with partners etc and consider such matters as approaching local business for sponsorship and support. I hope that in the next few weeks we can arrange meetings to discuss these matters further and formulate a strong proposal.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have comments and suggestions. It's a lot to consider but if we set our sites high enough I am sure we can achieve a great deal.
Look out for further email updates and info on the blog (http://erdoarts.blogspot.com/)
All the best for now.
Simon.
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