Ciara took part in our City as Studio online film-making residency in February 2021. In this post she shares her experience of the collaborative workshops, how her ideas developed across the week as she explored new skills, and what it means to be a ‘Citizen of the Universe’. Words, images and film by Ciara The… Continue reading Protest, power and mental health explored through film by young artist Ciara
Month: April 2021
‘Expressing myself creatively through film’: Young artist Abigail reflects on film as a force for change
Abigail shares some of the film work she produced during our City as Studio digital residency in February 2021. Having never made a film before, she describes how the experience introduced her to new forms of creative expression, and a creative medium for tackling important and complex themes. Words, images and film by Abigail. My… Continue reading ‘Expressing myself creatively through film’: Young artist Abigail reflects on film as a force for change
Earth Day 2021: Four creative ways to get involved
This year’s Earth Day theme is ‘Restore Our Earth,’ encouraging us all to learn, support and share the natural processes, green technologies, and innovative thinking that can help restore our ecosystem. As we continue to explore the links between visual arts and climate change action and awareness, we’ve put together some quick tips towards a more… Continue reading Earth Day 2021: Four creative ways to get involved
Make music with found sounds – How-to Video with Poppy Tibbets
Learn how to make music using everyday sounds you find around you. In this fun and easy how-to video, musician and City as Studio associate artist Poppy Tibbets takes you through the process of editing and enhancing recorded sounds. All you need is: · A computer · A Digital Audio Workstation (e.g. GarageBand, LMMS, Ableton) · A… Continue reading Make music with found sounds – How-to Video with Poppy Tibbets