Carlton Art Week is a celebration of creativity and community in Carlton, Nottinghamshire.
The festival features a series of exhibitions by local artists, an afternoon showcasing the community’s creative talents, and two heritage walks. It is produced by arts charity City Arts (Nottingham) and supported by Gedling Borough Council.
The Art Week centres around a series of six exhibitions by local professional and aspiring artists, presented in the cafes, shops, and library on Carlton Hill.
They include nature-inspired, hand-embossed copper pictures by Dawn Feeney, and Edwina Kung’s whimsical illustrations. Pupils from Standhill Infants School have created new artwork for the festival. Artist Mik Godley has drawn Jigsaw Homes residents based in Carlton. These community portraits will be showcased in Piginns Café.
On Saturday, 26 October, the Carlton Art Show will bring together makers and creators of all kinds to share their arts and crafts in a showcase at Carlton Community Hub. It will feature quilts, paintings, graffiti art, and more. The work being shared is by a mix of local artists and community group members. That same day, Sam Culshaw-Robinson will lead two gentle walks exploring the area’s heritage. All activities are free to attend.
Alma Solarte-Tobón, Creative Producer at City Arts, said:
“Carlton is full of creativity and talent. We are excited to celebrate that during Art Week. We hope we’ve designed a festival that empowers Carlton residents to come together and share their passion for art, crafts, and heritage. Thank you to everyone who’s taking part in and supporting the events.”
Councillor Lynda Pearson, Portfolio Holder for Communities and Place at Gedling Borough Council, said:
“We’re delighted to support Carlton Art Week, with funding from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), as a valuable investment in our local community. Carlton Art Week is an exciting celebration of arts, culture, and heritage, which will be enjoyed by residents across the borough. It represents a fantastic opportunity for everyone taking part in Carlton to showcase their creativity and inspire others to develop their artistic talents.”
Carlton Art Week runs from 23 to 30 October 2024. People can find out more about the exhibition and events by visiting city-arts.org.uk/whats-on/.
