Curatation of two small exhibitions featuring BAME artist and photographer Rider Shafique. This combined commissioned work by local photographer documenting two poignant strands; Black History (#BLM) and Covid-19 lockdown.
Worked with Gloucester History Festival manager and other partners to allocate budget and support artist.
Identified and worked with venues for exhibiting the artworks.
The aim of the project was to make Black History more visible by securing external and other locations to show work.
Liaised with and supported artist throughout process ensuring print deadlines were met.
Coordination of print and installation, for work to be on display from 5-20 September
Liaised with artist to ensure content was available for marketing.
Documentation of intellectual property rights prior to display in exhibition and potential transfer to Gloucestershire Archives (capturing today’s stories for future generations).
Venues secured; Gloucester Cathedral and the Folk of Gloucester.
