Chester Contemporary a new visual arts event curated by Ryan Gander. Launching Sept, feat artworks in and amongst the fabric of the city. Emerging Artist opps for 5 artists who are at a pivotal point in their career. Apply by 12am 19 Feb 23. info https://t.co/v2Pnk9fS6j
A great interpretation and wonderful performance of Horsetails today by a very talented group of local musicians led by Matt Baker.
They are sharing the soundscape that they've created at 12noon on Sundays in Chester Cathedral's Quire. 3 more chances to hear it on 5, 12 & 19 Nov
It's amazing what you can find in an old market depot!
Step inside & you'll find the mesmerising installation 'No Tracksuits, No Trainers' by Hannah Perry.
It conjures the industrial sounds and objects of Perry’s youth in Chester.
Open 11am-4pm Wed -Sun until 1 Dec.
Nice to catch @chestercrier as part of Nick Davies @ChesterContemp "It Only Really Dies When It’s Forgotten, 2023", more info see: https://t.co/XOUSpUMsl8
Seven talented people have been working with @mattbakerMD, to create their own incredible 7 minute soundscape, to bring to life the words of Turner Prize winning artist, Elizabeth Price.
Listen to them perform their piece at 12noon on Sundays from today in @ChesterCath's Quire.
Gateway - creative walk and workshop
Fri 27 Oct, 10am-1pm
Join an artist and poet for a creative walk to gather creative ideas that capture a sense of place, followed by a workshop to reflect on the walk.
£5
For 16yrs+
For more info and to book visit: https://t.co/0ZfDBa16uH
Fantastic family and adult workshops starting this weekend.
Come and join us for printing, butter making, poetry, constellation making and more!
For more information & to book please visit https://t.co/hdk02tg1f1
#Family workshops are #free.
Gateway walk & workshop £5
#kids
Join Chris Clayton for a fascinating walking tour of Chester Racecourse.
Explore the history & stories which make it so special, from Roman harbour, through to medieval football pitch & more.
Fri 13 Oct, 3pm
Free. To book: https://t.co/0ZfDBa0yF9
Access: Tour inc. steep steps
Brilliant to be at the launch of @ChesterContemp today there is an incredible line up of artists curated by Ryan Gander taking over Chester until 1st December
Super launch in the town hall for #chestercontemporary, art trails & morris dancers, our new neighbours launching Chester Travel, & a busy day in the gallery. Fab food & a #cestrianyaya cocktail at the @chestercontemporary party this evening. Phew what a day, big thanks to all!
Chester Contemporary is in full swing this weekend. Great to see good use being made of empty units. DISARM is a thought-provoking exhibition from Fiona Banner aka The Vanity Press.
It’s on display in the old Top Shop store here as part of @ChesterContemp
Experience Turner-prize winning artist Elizabeth Price's new work for #Chestercontemporary in #Chester this Sunday. @chestercathedral is home to HORSETAILS, with the wonderful @navechoir. From 7pm. It's #free, but book here. Tix going fast. https://t.co/hMpZQcV7tN @uoc_mmp
Our five incredible #chestercontemporary emerging artists are at @StoryhouseLive this Sunday, 5-6pm. In conversation with @uochester's Maggie Jackson. Budding artists take note. Tix #free https://t.co/roq3cy1yhI