The Mix

Issue 1 February 2009

ABOUT…

We are an enterprising and creative Leeds based Social Enterprise providing sales and develop-ment platforms for artists and quality arts projects across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire area.

MARKETS

With January and February being slow for retail we have a busy schedule of markets planned from March, and we start with a bang in The Loft Leeds on Sunday 01 March.

We can confirm so far that we have agreed to:
The Loft: The first Sunday of every month
Pudsey Market Place: 5 Sundays Apr - Dec
The Waterfront Festival: Sat 11th & Sun 12th July

We are in negotiations with Creative Space Management and ISIS to secure dates at Granary Wharf in the latter part of 2009.

In addition to the above we are also planning a host of other exciting market opportunities and will confirm as and when we have definite details.

For full details and prices please contact
Sophie on 07725 940 795
or email sophie@artsmix.co.uk

EVENTS / EXHIBITIONS

31st Jan - 30th April
Deli-cattessen Exhibition
Featuring the work of Oliver Neilson and Sabiha Hussain.

2nd Feb - 27th March
Tiger 11 Exhibition
A photographic exhibition of Mark Sunderland’s

6th - 27th March
Design Innovation Centre
An exhibition of recent work by Marianne Springham, prize winner of the 2007 emerging artist awards.

30th March - 29th April
Tiger 11 Exhibition
Featuring the work of Miriam Laville and Sarah Hughes.

2nd April
Artsmix Emerging Artists Awards
Details will soon be available on the website.

June 2009
artsmix*@ Trinity
artsmix* return to Holy Trinity church for an exciting site responsive exhibition

Brewery Wharf Events - 7 Saturdays in 2009
Themed events, more information to follow

OTHER EVENTS

We are delighted to be working with the Asda New Business Colleague Circle to co-host their Charity Arts Auction at The Loft Leeds on Thursday 05 February in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. Tickets £12.50.

Additionally we are also involved in facilitating the ‘Together 4 Peace’ event at the Loft Leeds on Tues-day 24 February – which promises to be a great event too.

For more details please contact
Sophie on 07725 940 795
or email sophie@artsmix.co.uk

NEW CITY CENTRE HOME

From Monday 02 February we will be located in our new offices on Dock Street in Brewery Wharf.

Our new address is:
artsmix
Unit 26
30-38 Dock Street
Leeds,
LS10 1JF
Tel: 0113 247 0066

MEMBERSHIP

With our membership steadily rising we are able to offer some real benefits to our members in 2009. Many have already benefited from the increased exposure our exhibitions around the city have generated, at venues such as Tiger 11 and Arts @ Trinity. Also, members profiles should be posted on our website within the next three weeks.

Additionally we are offering special members discounts for the Workshop, business development courses, and Markets - starting with 50% off the first one @ the Loft on Sun 01 March!

For more details, please check our website updates
or email parminder@artsmix.co.uk

ARTISTS WORKSHOP

We are delighted to have appointed Chris Adair as our new Workshop Administrator. Chris is over-seeing a reorganisation of the workshop which whilst still including screen printing, woodworking and jewellery making facilities and equipment, will soon boast a dark room.

Chris is keen to welcome you down to the new ‘improved’ workshop and to hear your thoughts. Also look out for a new programme of workshop -based courses that will be announced shortly.

For more information or to arrange a visit please
contact Chris on 07773 339 358
or email chris@artsmix.co.uk

ENTERPRISE SUPPORT

The first round of development grants has been distributed to 9 artists living in Leeds postcodes funded by the LEGI Sharing the Success Programme.

For more information on how we can help your idea and talents develop into a business, please
contact Karen on 07825 508466
or email karen@artsmix.co.uk

ARTSMIX 4 BUSINESS

Gina and Amy are busy sourcing opportunities for our members within the business community. We hope to release our new catalogue within the next month and to launch a “Book a Gallery” initiative too —businesses can book an 8 week exhibition of original art for their reception areas/offices/bars/restaurants.

New installations are also being undertaken this ‘Mountain Collection’. month in Tiger 11, and following the success of Arts@Trinity we will be back there soon too.

For more information, please email Gina on
gina.yates@artsmix.co.uk

SUCCESS STORY

Neville Burgess

Neville is originally from South Africa, and has just completed a Degree at Bradford University, after many years of art practice, which he wanted to convert into a recognised diploma.

Neville came to Artsmix in 2008 after hearing about the project from artist friends of his, and was in need of business guidance, exposure, and confidence about becoming self-employed.

He received many hours of marketing/branding/ product support from the market manager, and took part in many events, some more successful than others. He always saw the potential of the Business 2 Business programme, and joined the Artsmix membership to participate in more exhibition oriented events. Just a few months later, he was getting his work exhibited at Tiger 11, a LEGI catalyst/enterprise centre in Beeston, Leeds.

His work has impressed individuals and businesses alike, and the Artsmix 4 Business manager has been instrumental in providing guidance and exposure through the portfolio. Finally, Neville has been enrolled on the Enterprise Support programme run by the Community Initiatives Team, and received full support with his Business practise, from accounts to registering his business, and pricing his work etc…

He since then has developed a new line of interest to corporate environments, and started conduct-ing business online. In his own words “I’m delighted with all the support Artsmix have given me, and looking forward to my new exhibition this year!”