An Opportunity for Printmakers: POLITICS IN PRINT

Double Elephant Print Workshop and Devon Records Office are calling for submissions of interest from artists of all disciplines wishing to create artwork on the theme of 'politics”' The work will be inspired by the resources available at Devon Records Office and must in part be realised through the medium of printmaking.
Deadline for submissions of interest is Friday 9 April 2010. A total of six commissions are on offer, each worth up to £400, consisting of:
£150 cash per artist or collaborative group of artists, and up to £250 worth of printmaking tuition/support provided by Double Elephant Print Workshop.
See www.doubleelephant.org.uk for more details or email exhibition@doubleelephant.org.uk for a submission form.

We are always looking out for Supporters, Friends
and Members to get involved with activities at The Guild
 

The support of our Friends is vital for the continued success of the Devon Guild. From stewarding at Private Views and exhibitions to helping with administration and marketing, we also encourage our Friends and Members to help with events and fundraising.
For example Friends can help with fundraising at our Plant It!
event in May 2010. Friends also have their own events and trips.

We have set up a Friends & Supporters Group to help out at the Devon Guild and with fundraising activities. This Group can be an opportunity for you to play a more active part in the Devon Guild and its events. Our first Group meeting was held with Members Officer Julia and a group of friends, who  discussed new  ideas and suggestions regarding events and roles for which Friends might take responsibility. Next meeting: 12 February 3 - 4.30pm at the Guild.

More Ways to get Involved ...

Thursday 15 April 2010: Prospective Trustees Open Evening (5.30pm – 7.30pm)

The Devon Guild of Craftsmen is seeking to recruit new Board members who share our vision of making the Devon Guild a regional and national centre of excellence for contemporary craft.
If you are interested in this opportunity, we are holding an Open Evening for prospective Trustees on Thursday 4 March, 5.30-7.30pm. At this event you will be able to learn more about the organisation, meet existing Trustees and find out what being a Board member entails. There will be a short presentation at 6pm followed by an opportunity for informal networking over drinks and sandwiches.

Please let us know if you are planning to attend on 01626 832223 or julia.harris@crafts.org.uk. If you would like to find out more in the meantime, please contact Erica Steer, Director, on 01626 832223 or erica.steer@crafts.org.uk

12 March: 'Tall Stories' exhibition - we would welcome a helping hand at the evening launch event. It starts at 6 pm and there will be wine and nibbles to serve. It is always a fun, sociable occasion
to get involved with. - 01626 832223

22 May: Plant Sale - we would also be pleased to have any help with this popular event which takes place with stalls in the courtyard. Anyone who knows about shrubs and botany would be an asset! (Please donate your plants before this date to us in aid of the Guild's Raise the Roof Appeal.) - 01626 832223

General: Also contact us if you would like to help with research about the Guild and how it could be
improved - or help at other events or in the shop or gallery.

Contact: 01626 832223    devonguild@crafts.org.uk