PROTO_Creative Network Meet-up: Leigh

Since 1995, we’ve been kickstarting conversation and co-designing the future of digital culture with communities around the world. Together with an international community of artists, technologists and industry collaborators, we explore the intersection of art, technology and society through bold new art commissions, living labs, participatory design and public events.

FutureEverything

A series of touring artist networking events for creatives to come together, connect, and gain insights into digital art practices.

The Turnpike Gallery

Looking for a fresh way to connect with fellow artists? Join us for the PROTO_Network Meet-ups, a series of touring events designed to bring artists and creatives together, spark ideas, and discover new and exciting digital art practices.The PROTO_Network Meet-ups bring a “digital cabaret” vibe, with icebreaker games, creative activities, and hands-on digital workshops aimed at inspiring collaboration and exploring what’s possible with digital tools. Whether you’re an established artist or just starting out,, these events are for anyone with a passion for art, a curiosity for technology, and an interest in meeting potential future collaborators.The events will be hosted by the hilarious and flamboyant Manchester-based artist Jonathan Mayor, a comedy legend celebrated for his quick wit, outrageous charm, and talent for bringing people together. Jonathan will keep the energy high and the laughs coming.We’re also thrilled to welcome Alex Johansson, an award-winning digital artist whose work brilliantly merges technology and play in unexpected ways. Alex will share insights from their creative journey, demonstrating how digital tools can elevate your artistic practice, and offering a behind-the-scenes look at their projects, including the experimental light installation, ‘Radiant Vines’. Besides getting access to a vibrant and supportive community of local artists, PROTO attendees also get access to PROTO commissioning opportunities!!! We'll be commissioning eight artists to create new digital artworks that will be presented in an exhibition at the new Stockroom venue in Stockport, May 2025. Selected artists will receive £1,500 and an opportunity to work with a creative technologist for five hours, who will help to bring their ideas to life! This is a great opportunity for Leigh based artists to have their work showcased in a public setting! PROTO_Network Meet-up Dates:<ul><li>February 4th 18:00 - 20:30 @ Stockport Gallery (SOLD OUT)</li><li>February 5th 18:00 - 20:30 @ The Turnpike Gallery, Leigh</li><li>February 6th @ The Civic, Barnsley</li><li>Further dates to be announced.</li></ul> The PROTO_Network Meet-ups form part of the PROTO creative engagement programme for artists in the North, produced by FutureEverything and supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England and is part-funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.Discover more about the PROTO programme &gt; https://futureeverything.org/portfolio/entry/proto/ This event is for over 18s.Commission opportunities are only available to artists from the Leigh district.

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