A New Artist Commission for public libraries in Torbay
Thu 14 Dec 2023
A New Artist Commission for public libraries in Torbay
Libraries Unlimited, the charity that runs the public library service in Devon and Torbay, is seeking to commission an experienced artist with a passion for libraries to engage with Torbay’s four public libraries and their communities in Brixham, Churston, Paignton and Torquay.
Period of commission: April to August 2024
Deadline for submissions: 5pm on Monday 22 January 2024
Fee: up to £8,000
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"Libraries are our friends." ~Neil Gaiman
"What better place to kill time than a library?" ~Diane Setterfield
"The library is inhabited by spirits that come out of the pages at night". ~Isabel Allende
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Commission and Requirements
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced artist/s to find inspiration in libraries by engaging with library teams, library resources, and with new and existing library customers, and community groups. We ask that the artist/s enhance our existing library programmes, influence new directions using their professional expertise and leave a legacy of collaborative work that celebrates uniqueness and connections between the four host libraries and their communities.
The successful artist/s will have:
- Proven track record of delivering high-quality creative projects;
- Experience of working in libraries or similar community settings;
- Evidence of socially engaged, reflective arts practice (any artform);
- Flexible and collaborative approach to working with diverse groups;
- Evidence of up to date DBS check and public liability insurance.
Click here for artist brief and how to apply
And then please also, complete the equality monitoring form here – https://forms.office.com/e/Za7BB1BVy0.
If you have any questions please contact the Creative Communities team at evolve@librariesunlimited.org.uk
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About Libraries Unlimited Southwest
Libraries Unlimited runs the public library service in Devon and Torbay. Each local library has something for everyone: books and information, eBooks, audiobooks and digital magazines, music, films, computers with access to the Internet, free Wi-Fi and much more.
Find out more about libraries in Torbay here
Evolve
Creative Communities, formerly known as Evolve, is an imaginative programme of events and artworks within Devon and Torbay’s libraries, delivered by Libraries Unlimited, in partnership with artists and communities and funded by Arts Council England and Exeter City Council.
Our programmes encourage residents and visitors to come together and share in creative activities, discover new talents and enjoy theatre, talks and musical performances within their local library.
We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to creating spaces and events where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from artists and creatives who are likely to be underrepresented in our communities, and/or from those whose work specifically seeks to engage audiences from underserved communities.
