There is no doubt that COVID-19 has a large impact on the creative and cultural sector in Somerset, and as a sector support organisation for the industry we need to know what this impact looks like. Then we can inform support, trade, funding and council...
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Browse a number of resources released with Covid-19 support & guidance for those working across the creative industries. There is quite a lot of support and information for creatives working in the creative sector so we’ve highlighted some of the key resource websites below, with links...
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If you are looking for funding for your creative project, practice or business then why not look at our funding directory with many national and local grant funding organisations. Funding Search Tips & Advice If you find a funding agency but not ready to apply for funding...
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Wikipedia defines Placemaking as: Placemaking is a multi-faceted approach to the planning, design and management of public spaces. Placemaking capitalizes on a local community's assets, inspiration, and potential, with the intention of creating public spaces that promote people's health, happiness, and well-being. It is political due to the...
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CultureCase comprises a vast array of carefully selected academic research from universities and scholars around the world that can add value to the work of the cultural sector. The research on the site has been edited into easily accessible summaries of key findings and insights to...
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Everyone that works in the arts and culture sector know that engaging with the arts; be it theatre, visual arts, making crafts and the like; can have a massive benefit to peoples wellbeing and health. As detailed in the breakthrough report Creative Health: The Arts for...
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We're seeing an increase in the terms, VR/AR/MR. If you're confused about what each means and the differences between them, here's a useful explainer. Provided by the amazing guys at The Foundry. Visit Link ...
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Help Musicians UK invites application to its Fusion Fund. Funding is available for musicians wishing to collaborate with other art forms and disciplines. Individuals and groups can apply for up to £5,000 for research and development time. There should be tangible results that come out of...
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ScreenSkills has committed more than £500,000 in 2019/20 to bursaries for individual screen professionals for training and career opportunities. It will also open up the bursaries programme to new entrants for the first time. The funding, which is increased from previous years, is supported by the...
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A new report entitled Public Investment, Public Gain, by the Creative Industries Federation and Arts Council England. Through this report, influential organisations and figures from the creative industries and beyond make the case for the central role that public investment in arts and culture plays...
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