Is it possible to make a collaborative short film over Zoom? As it turns out, yes it is! 18 year old Ella took part in our City as Studio online film-making residency in February 2021. She shares her experiences: what she learned, what was challenging, and some of her thoughtful creative work exploring identity, isolation… Continue reading Identity, isolation and connection: collaborative film-making over Zoom, by young artist Ella
Month: March 2021
BreatheDecay and The Visitors | Lillian Tranborg’s films celebrate the coming of spring
At long last, we can finally celebrate the first day of spring! To mark the changing season, and the sense of hope that spring evokes, artist Lillian Tranborg shares an art project immersed in the natural beauty of Wytham Woods in Oxford. Lillian’s enchanting film follows the organic evolution of a sculpture from August 2018… Continue reading BreatheDecay and The Visitors | Lillian Tranborg’s films celebrate the coming of spring
Film-making in lockdown – Young artist Jude reflects on the City as Studio online residency
Jude joined our City as Studio online film-making residency in February 2021. In the midst of a national lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic, the group met only online and explored DIY film-making from the confines of their own surroundings. Read about what Jude learnt during the residency, and how she used found objects and… Continue reading Film-making in lockdown – Young artist Jude reflects on the City as Studio online residency
COVIDAMA (2020): A new film by Andrei Gloria
This Mother’s Day weekend, discover a short film by Andrei Gloria, celebrating the resilience of his mother, an agency nurse, and the power of creative curiosity in the face of uncertainty. “I wanted to celebrate my mum in this film. Her resilience, determination, and curiosity during the pandemic has been a massive inspiration to me. Her… Continue reading COVIDAMA (2020): A new film by Andrei Gloria
Read our Anti-racism Statement and Action Plan
Modern Art Oxford is committed to becoming an actively anti-racist organisation. We recognise our responsibility and accountability as a public cultural institution to combat racism in a society where it is deeply embedded. This pledge forms part of our wider commitment to those who experience discrimination, inequality and diminished opportunities in today’s society. There are many… Continue reading Read our Anti-racism Statement and Action Plan
International Women’s Day: Liberation in Oxford by Gillian Murphy
This International Women’s Day discover a catalyst moment in the history of women and the city of Oxford. Told through an exhibition-like presentation of archival materials held in The Women’s Library, LSE, Dr Gillian Murphy, the library’s Curator for Equality, Rights and Citizenship explores the occasion of the first Women’s Liberation Conference, deemed a momentous event for women’s equality in the UK.
National Careers Week: Tips & Advice from the MAO Team
This National Careers Week 2021 we’re sharing reflections and insights into the world of work from some of the Modern Art Oxford team. During our half-term film-making residency last month, our young artists asked members of our team about their education, careers and experiences in and outside of the world of work. What qualifications do you… Continue reading National Careers Week: Tips & Advice from the MAO Team