ART INFLUENCERS COURSE IN FULL SWING

Over the last few months DASH has been working hard creating an online Art History course aimed at young Disabled and Neurodiverse, artists aged between 16-30.  

The course is now underway, aiming to offer an accessible and high quality alternative to formal courses in Art History at an introductory level. Participants are learning about key art periods before going onto explore them further through a weekly art challenge. DASH hopes to inspire early stage artists to explore a variety of themes through their arts practice throughout the 12 week course.

To find out more about the course visit the Projects page on the DASH website.

"This piece is about my own personal experiences with people feeling they have to “look after” me. It usually comes from kindness but often causes harm.
I am 25 and being autistic to me means everyday is a struggle to feel independent and I strive to feel like a successful adult.
I know it may look like I need help when I struggle, but please ask me before assuming, it would mean a lot."

DASH would like to thank Tesco Bags of Help for their contribution to the Art Influencers project; benefiting young artists.

DASH has been able to continue to support young Disabled artists during the pandemic by providing art materials to the participants of the Free Medicine project.

This has ensured that these budding young artists have been able to continue creating and enjoying art as well as help ease some of the stress of lockdown. One such artist is Ben. Here he is with some of the work he's made since receiving his art pack.

Arts Council National Lottery project grants will be reopening on 22 July.

Details of how to apply can be found on the Arts Council website and Supplementary notes are provided. Disabled artists will also be able to apply for Access Support.

DASH has 6 experienced support workers that can assist you with your application.
 
ACE have temporary equality objectives which includes Disabled artists.
 
Our ACE relationship manager Bryony Windsor is offering to run a webinar. Can you tell us:

• Are you interested?
• Any access requirements?

Jerwood Art Fund Makers Open 2021 is a major award for five early-career UK-based artists and makers to develop and present ambitious new works.

The award offers a supported, high-profile national platform for artists and makers who are between one and ten years of beginning their professional artistic practice to take risks at a pivotal moment in their careers. It seeks to raise the profile and visibility of making processes within the visual arts and create a space for critical dialogue between the craft and visual arts sectors. 

Open to individuals, collaborations and collectives, they invite proposals for bold new work(s) using all forms of making and material experimentation.  For full details visit the Jerwood Art Fund Makers Open.

Application guidance is also detailed on the website.

Application is free, and the deadline is 5pm, Wednesday 26 August.