Atsuko Tanaka (1932-2005) is without doubt one of Japan’s most important avant-garde artists. As a former member of the Gutai artist group which was founded in 1954, Tanaka has challenged the conventional notions of art through her powerful works including the iconic “Electric Dress”. Whether it be in paintings, sculpture, electric sound and light installations, or performance pieces, a commonality to Tanaka’s work is a distinct realism closely corresponding to her choice of materials.


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Two exciting, totally immersive experiences within Chinese Arts Centre’s gallery space
Exhibition by Angie Atmadjaja

Intrinsic
Exhibition Dates: 13 May to 11 June 2011
Preview: 12 May 2011

Structure
Exhibition Dates: 2 July to 23 July 2011
Evening reception with the artist: 1 July 2011


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The I Value the Arts campaign aims to provide a voice for everyone who values the arts in their community and it has now received 16,430 pledges of support. This is great news, and a true reflection of how cultural services are an integral part of every community. However, in light of recent developments it is now more important than ever that everyone has the opportunity to sign up. I would like you to help raise the profile of the I Value the Arts campaign and get more people involved. It is vital that you get in touch with as many people as you can and ask them to pledge their support at www.ivaluethearts.org.uk

As you may know, the recent Comprehensive Spending Review left local councils facing an average cut of 28 per cent. The non-statutory status of local funding for cultural services has meant that the arts sector is left vulnerable to bear the brunt of these local authority cuts.

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Clem So has a Solo Show at Centrespace Gallery, 6 Leonard Lane, Bristol, BS1 1EA, Bristol on the 2nd – 9th February 2011, 11.00 am – 5.00 pm and the Private view will be on Thursday 3rd Feb (Chinese new Year) 6.00 pm – 9.00 pm.

So's work centers around his Identity as a British born man of Chinese descent and he takes a look at the duality of this diaspora and through his creativity, is trying to convey this as one cohesive whole using his Buddhist practice as the pivot. His work covers a broad spectrum of media from paintings, installation work (including sound) to moving image.

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THE OXFORD SAMUEL BECKETT THEATRE TRUST AWARD 2012 (United Kingdom)

The OSBTT Award was launched in 2003. It is an Award which is constantly evolving and constantly seeking to be more ambitious. However, its brief remains the same; to support emerging artists of exceptional talent. Recent winners include Slung Low with Helium, Levantes Dance Theatre with Room Temperature Romance and the theatrical sensation of Summer 2010, You Me Bum Bum Train.

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