Calling all LGBTQ Artists!

In celebration of Pride Month this June, we're thrilled to invite talented LGBTQ artists to lead creative workshops in a selection of our libraries across the county. We're seeking dynamic and interdisciplinary artists to collaborate with members of the public in producing artwork that vividly captures the essence of love, queerness, self-expression, identity, and the unique experiences of the LGBTQ community.

What We Are Looking For

  • Passionate LGBTQ artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
  • Artists who can guide participants in creating artwork representing one of the colours of the LGBTQ flag (see further details below).
  • Enthusiastic individuals eager to share their creativity and foster a sense of community through artistic expression.
  • This workshop will be for people of all ages and backgrounds to make the workshop accessible to all. Please consider this when applying and submitting your idea. 

 

Workshop Details:

Six workshops held in different libraries across the county. Dates and times of the sessions can be found below:

RED – Gloucester | Saturday 8th June 11:00 – 15:00  

ORANGE – Cirencester| Saturday 8th June 11:00 – 15:00  

YELLOW – Cheltenham | Saturday 15th June 11:00 – 15:00  

GREEN – Coleford | Saturday 22nd June 11:00 – 15:00  

BLUE – Tewkesbury | Saturday 29th June 11:00 – 15:00  

PURPLE – Stroud | Saturday 29th June 11:00 – 15:00  

Each library has been assigned a colour of the LGBTQ flag. Artists will guide participants in creating artwork representing one of the colours of the LGBTQ flag – we will then combine all artworks together for a touring exhibition. 

Artworks will focus on themes of love, queerness, self-expression, identity, and LGBTQ experiences.

What You Can Expect: 

  • An opportunity to empower and inspire participants through your unique artistic perspective.
  • The chance to contribute to a special exhibition showcasing the collective creativity of the LGBTQ community in Gloucestershire.
  • Recognition and promotion of your work in conjunction with this empowering initiative.
  • Payment of £250 in total for the project. This includes preparation time, travel expenses and hosting the workshop on the day of the event. Budget for materials can be requested but this must be outlined in your application. 

 

How to Get Involved: 

If you're an LGBTQ artist excited about fostering creativity, community, and pride please fill out the form below to apply to be one of our workshop facilitators. We would you to submit an overview of the artform that you will be facilitating during the workshop along with the costings for resources. Please also let us know if you have had previous experience facilitating workshops.

 

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: MONDAY 22ND APRIL 2024

 

Application Form

Library Location

Please include:

Overview of the art form you will be facilitating during the workshop.

Description of how your workshop will represent the assigned colour of the LGBTQ flag.

An outline of the activities and techniques participants will be engaged in.

Any accommodations or considerations you plan to implement to make the workshop accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Expectations & Permissions

Expectations:

Confirmation of your understanding of the workshop's goals and expectations.

Confirmation of your willingness to contribute to the touring exhibition.

Consent for recognition and promotion:

Agreement for the use of your name, image, and artwork in promotional materials related to the initiative.

  1. Payment Details:
  • Confirmation of acceptance of the £250 payment for the project, including preparation time, travel expenses, and hosting the workshop. Payment will be made 30 days after the event has taken place. An invoice must be sent 30 days prior to the event to be processed.
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