Category Archives: PEDAGOGY

🥧 ‘More pie, more sky pls’* 🚀

🥧 ‘More pie, more sky pls’* 🚀

This year whizzed by, it’s been a while since I posted an update and there’s a bunch of news to share, so here goes! Continue reading 🥧 ‘More pie, more sky pls’* 🚀

Bibliography for a co-operative art school

Bibliography for a co-operative art school

This page includes bibliographies on alternative and co-operative art education, radical pedagogy and self-organisation. The bibliographies accompany the directory of alternative art schools and resources for a co-operative art school, complied in conjunction with the research project A co-operative art school? For a collectively compiled syllabus on art education and radical pedagogy see the Radical Pedagogy Research Group. Continue reading Bibliography for a co-operative art school

Can You Hear Me?

Can You Hear Me?

Nalini Malani [2020] Can You Hear Me. Whitechapel Gallery, London. Screenshot of hybrid visit to the exhibition
Nalini Malani [2020] Can You Hear Me. Whitechapel Gallery, London. Screenshot of hybrid visit to the exhibition

In October 2020 we visited the exhibition Can You Hear Me by Nalini Malani at the Whitechapel Gallery with members of the Art+Critique Autumn 2020 cohort. This was our first hybrid off-site visit and everyone was asked to write a critical review of the exhibition. Any number of things could have gone wrong. Continue reading Can You Hear Me?

Consultations, tutorials and mentorship

Consultations, mentorship and tutorials

Consultations, tutorials and mentorship

Thank you for considering booking a consultation with me. These sessions are designed to provide tailored support to help you navigate your creative journey, whether you’re developing your practice, tackling a specific project, or seeking ongoing mentorship.

Each consultation is rooted in a dedication to nurturing creativity while providing the adaptability and framework necessary to help you achieve your goals. Consultations are available to artists, curators, writers, and anyone pursuing a career in the arts—at any stage of their career or level of experience.

This page is designed to maximise the value of your session. Below, you’ll find a form to help identify your key areas of focus, questions, and preferences for our meeting. By completing the form in detail, you’ll help us both prepare effectively.

What do the consultations offer?

Consultations are particularly beneficial for those who are developing their practice, preparing applications or academic writing, developing a new project, or reaching pivotal moments in their practice. Whether you’re preparing a portfolio or dissertation, applying for a residency or course, grappling with contradictions, or seeking a critical framework to address your questions, I’m here to help. Here are some of the ways I can assist:

  • Developing your studio practice or preparing a portfolio
  • Articulating your practice and writing an artist’s statement
  • Writing proposals for exhibitions, residencies, funding applications and other open calls
  • Writing and reviewing essays, dissertations and other academic and creative writing formats
  • Promoting your art practice, finding opportunities and expanding your network
  • Building, expanding or reviewing your website, portfolio or online profile
  • Exhibition-making, curating, or working with galleries and curators/artists
  • Developing and managing a project, with workflow, timeline and budget
  • Conducting research, developing research questions and a literature review
  • Self-publishing, limited editions, selling work, commissions, collaborations and partnerships

These consultations benefit socially engaged artists, performance and installation artists, video and sound artists, media and digital artists, sculptors, painters, print-makers, designers, artist educators, curators, writers, researchers and anyone who is pursuing a career in the arts.

  • One-Hour Consultation Ideal for troubleshooting specific questions or planning a project, such as preparing an application. Alternatively, we can use this as an introductory session to explore your practice and requirements, and develop an action plan for ongoing mentorship.
  • Two-Hour Consultation A deeper dive into your practice, writing, or project development. Together, we’ll unpack your ideas, review your practice or writing, and produce an action plan.
  • Complimentary 15-Minute Chat If you’re unsure about booking a full consultation or would like to discuss your needs before committing, feel free to book a free 15-minute introductory chat. This is a great opportunity to explore how I can support your goals.

What happens next?

  • Once you submit the form you will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your responses.
  • I’ll review your submission and contact you as soon as possible to address any questions, and confirm the date, time, and location for your consultation.

Preparing for your consultation

  • I may request additional information or materials beforehand.
  • These should be submitted at least three days prior to the consultation, unless otherwise specified.
  • Please don’t send requested materials via email. Please send either a link to your website or cloud storage. Alternatively, you can send a portfolio via WeTransfer (in a single folder).

Fees and terms

  • My consultation fee is ÂŁ50/hour or ÂŁ90 for a two hour session.
  • Please review the cancellation policy to avoid unnecessary charges.
  • Invoices are payable within one month of the issue date.
  • Whether you have booked a consultation online or in-person, please arrive on time and be prepared to make the most of our meeting.
Cancellation policy
  • Once your booking is confirmed it means that I have reserved time in my schedule exclusively for you, this includes preparation time.
  • Cancellations made up to 48 hours before a scheduled booking will not incur a cancellation fee.
  • If you cancel your booking less than 48 hours before it is scheduled to take place you will be charged a cancellation fee of ÂŁ30.
  • If you miss your appointment without notice you will be charged in full for the consultation.
  • To avoid the cancellation fee, please cancel or reschedule your booking at least 48 hours in advance, by responding to the confirmation email, or calling or texting the contact number in the email.

Booking form

Take your time filling out the form, and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. I look forward to working with you and supporting your practice.

📌 Artquest One to One 🍒 Art+Critique Summer 2022

📌 Artquest One to One 🍒 Art+Critique Summer 2022

As we await the arrival of summer the pandemic appears to be at bay, but only by giving way to new fronts of crisis, disinformation, struggle and resistance. Artists have been particularly impacted in the last two years and still reeling as we emerge into the new dystopian normal, so you’re not alone. Book a free advice session with Artquest One to One to discuss your practice and plans for the future – new dates in late May and early June will be posted soon. Continue reading đź“Ś Artquest One to One 🍒 Art+Critique Summer 2022

📢 Outpost Online & Art+Critique 🍒🚀

📢 Outpost Online & Art+Critique 🍒🚀

It’s been a long hard slog but things are starting to look up with the easing of restrictions and a potential end in sight for Covid. In the meantime, if you’re feeling stuck or want to hatch some plans sign up for a free advice session with Artquest Outpost Online. Continue reading 📢 Outpost Online & Art+Critique 🍒🚀

Art + Critique: Critical & Contextual Studies in Art Practice

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CRITICAL & CONTEXTUAL STUDIES IN ART PRACTICE: ONLINE COURSE

Studio practice and critical studies course that integrates practice and theory in a comprehensive programme of lectures, seminars, workshops, off-site visits, tutorials, assignments, feedback and peer support.

The curriculum fosters experimentation and collaborative study in a community of peers. It provides a supportive environment where participants will extend their knowledge of critical theories and discourses, develop their ability to discuss, write about and judge contemporary art, and contextualise their own practice.

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Self-organisation for a co-operative art school: report

Self-organisation for a co-operative art school: report

Self-organisation for a co-operative art school, Antiuniversity Now! 2020.Many thanks to the participants who joined the workshop for their contributions and their patience! I can only hope that it was as useful for them as it for me. I was very excited to meet them and hear about their backgrounds, practices and reasons for joining the workshop. Many are members of collectives or cooperatives and it was especially good to have people drop in from Manchester, Newcastle, Bristol and Madrid! Continue reading Self-organisation for a co-operative art school: report

Self-organisation for a co-operative art school – Antiuniversity Now! 2020

Self-organisation for a co-operative art school

A workshop on self-organisation and collectivity for a cooperative art school

Fri, 12 Jun 2020, 6-9pm
All welcome, please book your place
This event is part of Antinuniversity Now! Festival 2020, 6-13 June Continue reading Self-organisation for a co-operative art school – Antiuniversity Now! 2020

URgh!#1: alternative art education

URgh!#1: alternative art education

The first issue of URgh! on alternative art education includes critical essays, histories, documents, guides, interviews, fiction, poetry and visual art on alternative art schools, study groups, peer-led and self-organised education, collectivity and collaboration, co-operative art education, mutual aid, alternative economies, creative labour and the critique of neoliberal reforms in higher education. URgh!#1 on alternative art education launches on Saturday, 25 July 2020 at the Alternative Art Education (Slow) Marathon.

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A co-operative art school? Workshops at Conway Hall

Workshops for a co-operative art school

What would a co-operative art school look like? How would it work? Who is it for and what would the benefits be? Come along to a series of workshops at Conway Hall to discuss these questions and collectively explore potential models for a co-operative form of art education. Please click here for more information on the workshop series. To book please follow the links below.

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Workshops for a co-operative art school

Workshops for a co-operative art school

This series of workshops will explore potential models for co-operative art education. The workshops are participatory and experimental, progressing through stages and open to anyone who would like to contribute. You do not have to come to all workshops, but if you can that would enhance continuity between sessions.

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A co-operative art school?

A co-operative art school?

A co-operative art school? is a research project on co-operative education, alternative art education, radical pedagogy and self-organisation, with the ultimate aim of raising awareness about cooperative art education and starting a co-operative art school. The project is supported by an Artquest Research Residency at the Conway Hall Humanist Library.

What would a co-operative art school look like? Who is it for and what would the benefits be? How would it work? These are some of the questions that this research project will address. If you would like to contribute you can fill in the survey or scroll down for more ways of getting involved. Please check back soon, this page will be updated regularly with more information and resources. To receive updates please join the mailing list.

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Radical Pedagogy Research & Reading Group (2019)

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Radical Pedagogy Research & Reading Group

The Radical Pedagogy Research Group is a public forum and peer-led participatory action-research project on alternative art education, radical pedagogy and self-organisation, with the practical aim of developing a self-organised alternative studio programme. The reading group meets on the last Friday of every month, it is free and open to everyone who wants to join as long as they commit to the reading. We plan to organise additional workshops, screenings and other events that will emerge from our research. Please book your place and download the reading.

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The Trickle-Down Syndrome

The Trickle-Down Syndrome

Benedict Drew [2017] The Trickle-Down Syndrome. Installation view. Whitechapel Gallery, London. Photo Sophia Kosmaoglou.
Benedict Drew [2017] The Trickle-Down Syndrome. Installation view. Whitechapel Gallery, London. Photo Sophia Kosmaoglou.

We visited Benedict Drew‘s exhibition The Trickle-Down Syndrome at the Whitechapel Gallery with students on the Critical Theory in Contemporary Art Practice course. The exhibition was a sprawling interconnected array of objects, banners, screens, cables and digital components. What is the Trickle-Down Syndrome? How does it relate to the infamous laissez faire economic theory? What are the throbbing fleshy forms and knobbly knotted represented in videos, banners and roughly-hewn objects? Continue reading The Trickle-Down Syndrome

Workshops on alternative art education and self-organisation

Workshops on alternative art education and self-organisation

A series of workshops on alternative art education and self-organisation from 2017 to 2019. For a complete list of workshops please click here.

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ART&CRITIQUE (2015-2019)

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ART&CRITIQUE was a peer-led and volunteer-run alternative art education network dedicated to critical engagement with art practice, theory and research. It was founded in November 2015 and based at The Field and LARC. We employed collaborative, co-operative and collective models of pedagogy and organisation and fostered alternative models of art education in a series of public events. Looking for the Art+Critique course instead?

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STUDIO CRITIQUE

STUDIO CRITIQUE

The STUDIO CRIT was an opportunity for artists, curators, designers, film-makers and other producers to present their work to an audience of peers for discussion and feedback. These events were free and open to everyone. Please scroll down for the guidelines and event archive.

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