Sound Artist Jason Singh presents ‘Extinction Songs’ as part of ‘The Secret World of Plants’ programme at Kew Gardens.
Documentary
THE ART OF WORKNG (INTERNATIONALLY): SAZISO PHIRI
Documentary on Cultural Producer Saziso Phiri commissioned by UK New Artists.
‘Part of Eurodesk’s Time to Move 2020 campaign, 'The Art of Working (Internationally)' is a series of short documentary films featuring interviews and work from three UK artists. The interviews focus on the influence and impact of having international experiences either through festivals, exhibitions, performances or residencies. This film features Saziso Phiri.
Saziso is a Cultural Producer and Curator, working independently and in partnership with organisations and individuals. She entered the arts as a teenager through a programme to encourage young people to engage with contemporary art. She went on to pursue Photography, History of Art and Film Studies at college, whilst working as a filmmaker and photographer before studying Politics and International Studies at Loughborough University. Her diverse educational background has helped inform many of the themes explored in her curatorial practice.’
IN THE STUDIO - ANTHONY WHISHAW
In the studio is a series of short documentaries collaborating with Beam Editions. The series offer insights into the life, ideas and working methods of artists.
Here with Artist Anthony Whishaw RA.
HASSAN HAJJAJ - EVERYDAY SUPERSTARS
‘Everyday Superstars’ is a documentary film commissioned by New Art Exchange recording the process of Artist Hassan Hajjaj photographing Nadia Latoya, who was nominated by the community as a local ‘superstar’.
‘We take you behind the scenes in this short documentary about our Nottingham-centric commissioned portrait by Hassan Hajjaj…
Our Everyday Superstars project invited audiences to nominate extra-special individuals from the city; calling for activists, campaigning for social change, supporters of young people, individuals who have accomplished in the face of adversity, or simply who have amazing talents worthy of recognition.
The nominations were made and Nadia Latoya was announced as our winner. Nadia was styled and photographed by Hassan Hajjaj and now her portrait hangs in the gallery alongside Hajjaj’s other Rock Stars as part of the exhibition The Path which showcases colour, community & culture and creativity.’
IN THE STUDIO - JOHN NEWLING
In the studio is a series of short documentaries collaborating with Beam Editions. The series offer insights into the life, ideas and working methods of artists.
Our first film is with Artist John Newling.
VAL'S GYM AT BLOOMBERG NEW CONTEMPORARIES 2016
‘Val’s Gym’', a short documentary I made in 2015 will be show at the ICA, London and Bluecoat, Liverpool as part of Bloomberg New Contemporaries 2016.
Derbyshire Gym owner Val Lawrence has committed his life to fitness and personal training for over 25 years. The gym in Heanor was build from the ground up by Val with help from others in the community. The rough and ready gym, along with Val's dedication and knowledge has provided many with life changing results.
Val turns 70 next year...