Enterprising Times Jan/Feb 2013 Print Version - Staffordshire ...

Enterprising Times
British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) 2013
Back for a third time in 2013, Stoke-on-Trent’s British Ceramics Biennial will run for 6 weeks from 28th
September-10th November, presenting work from the UK’s leading contemporary ceramic artists in a
series of new exhibitions and special events across
the city.
Following the success of the last Biennial in 2011,
the festival will again take over the spectacular China
Hall at the original Spode factory site in Stoke town.
In addition to the Fresh exhibition showcasing the
best of the current crop of UK ceramics graduates,
there will be a strong international flavour with work
on display from France, Norway and China.
In the city centre the prestigious Award exhibition
will return to The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery
with a special award of £10,000 for one of the
selected artists displaying exceptional creativity in
their work. Across the road at AirSpace Gallery, expect something new and unusual from local artists.
In the build up to and during the festival look out for lots of events and activities, especially for young
people, families and adults, to have a go and join in making their own ceramic creations.
For more information visit www.britishceramicsbiennial.com.
Parish Plan – Duncan Hindmarch
As a Parish Councillor in a rural community, I am trying to initiate a community-led ‘Parish Plan’. I
would like to hear from anyone with experience of developing one, as well as anyone who could give
me guidance on how to evaluate planning applications.
Contact Duncan at d.n.hindmarch@staffs.ac.uk or on +44 (0)1782 294216.
Faculty of Business, Education and Law, Staffordshire University
www.staffs.ac.uk
+44 (0)1782 294060
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