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Artpoint supports access
to further information on the development of public art by providing
the following links.
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Public art research and resources |
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www.art-public.com
A European website on public art, by subscription, offering regular case studies of public art projects across the world.
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www.ixia-info.com
Ixia is the professional body for those involved in public art practice. Its website includes information on best practice, case studies, research projects, a directory and details of PAF events.
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www.publicartonline.org.uk
A public art resource provided by Public Art South West, offering practical advice, case studies, examples of public art policy, strategy and guidance documents, notice-board, and details of courses on public art at UK colleges.
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Selected public art programmes |
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www.a13artscape.org.uk
The A13 Artscape is a programme of public art initiatives along 6km of the A13 trunk road in Barking & Dagenham, East London, including artist residencies, permanent and temporary projects and education programmes.
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www.artatthecentre.org
Reading's public art programme, which has a particular emphasis on audio and visual work.
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www.canarywharf.com
The ‘Lifestyle’ pages of Canary Wharf’s website include details of their programme of art commissions, exhibitions and events, as well as a series of Artmaps to guide visitors around the area.
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www.chilternsculpturetrail.co.uk
The Chiltern Sculpture Trial in Cowleaze Wood includes around 20 site specific permanent and temporary commissions.
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www.forestofdean-sculpture.org.uk
A programme of permanent and temporary commissions in the Forest of Dean.
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www.gateshead.gov.uk/tourism/pubart.htm
Gateshead Council’s website provides details of public art commissions in the area including full details on the commissioning of the Angel of the North.
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www.leadingthewayarts.info
Details of a 3 year programme of commissions for the new Gloucester Royal Hospital including integrated art commissions, artists' residencies and an ongoing children’s art programme.
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www.upintheair.org.uk
Up in the Air is a long term project run by artists Neville Gabie and Leo Fitzmaurice commissioning international artists to create new work within, and in response to, de-commissioned tower blocks in Liverpool.
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www.vitalarts.org.uk
An integrated programme of arts projects for Barts and The London NHS Trust.
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www.wandletrail.org
The Wandle Trail is a green corridor in London along the River Wandle. This website includes details of artists commissions for the walking and cycle route along the river’s path.
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National art, architecture and design organisations |
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www.aandb.org.uk
Arts and Business is a member organisation helping business and the arts to develop effective creative partnerships together.
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www.architecture.com
The Royal Institute of British Architects provides a wide range of resources on architecture and architects.
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www.architecturecentre.net
An independent organisation representing centres of architecture and the built environment in the UK.
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www.art2architecture.co.uk
The Art2architecture site details collaborative projects within public art, architecture and regeneration.
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www.artandsacredplaces.org
Art and Sacred Places commissions artists to make new work in response to sacred places. Their website provides details of past projects and new commissions.
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www.artscouncil.org.uk
Arts Council England provides regional funding advice, news and information concerning the arts in England.
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www.buildingforlife.org
Building for Life has been created by CABE, the Housebuilders Federation and the Civic Trust to advocate and support high quality design for housing schemes. The site has good links on architecture and development.
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www.cabe.org.uk
The Commission for the Built Environment provides a range of services and information to those involved in the industry and related arts professions.
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www.craftscouncil.org.uk
The Crafts Council’s site includes information on exhibitions, events, education, the Crafts Council gallery and Crafts magazine, and advice on buying and commissioning contemporary craft.
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www.creative-partnerships.com
Creative Partnerships is a government-funded initiative established to develop schoolchildren’s creativity by building sustainable partnerships between schools, creative and cultural organisations and individuals.
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www.culture.gov.uk
The Department of Culture Media and Sport’s website includes good links on arts funding, arts education, art and social policy, and details of government arts and culture initiatives such as the Culture Online programme.
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www.designcouncil.org.uk
The Design Council offers design related information and resources for schools, colleges, universities, businesses, artists and the general public.
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www.nnah.org.uk
The National Network for Arts in Health is a membership organisation for artists, consultants and commissioners. Their website includes information on arts in health projects and funding.
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www.sciart.org
Sciart aims to encourage creative and experimental collaborations between scientists and artists.
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Regional organisations |
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www.allwayslearning.org.uk
Allways Learning is a consortium of organisations in SE England which provides continuing professional development for all those involved in arts and cultural management. Its website includes details of training programmes, research projects and funding links.
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www.architecturecentre.org
The Kent Architecture Centre promotes high quality architecture through its SE Regional Design Panel and organises a range of events and educational projects to extend public understanding of design and planning issues. It is also working with CABE to develop two new architecture centres in the region.
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Information for artists |
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www.a-n.co.uk
The Artists Information Company provides information for artists through three main activities: newsletter, web and programme supporting professional development.
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www.apd-network.info
The Artists Professional Development Network offers an information point for 35 professional arts organisations.
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www.artifact.ac.uk
Limelight is an arts showcase feature of Artifact, the guide to internet resources in the Arts and Creative industries.
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www.artquest.org.uk
Very useful resource for artists with information about selling, working Internationally, Training, Funding, Opportunities, etc.. Although it is mainly aimed at a London audience, this is not exclusive.
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www.fabrica.org.uk
A gallery and website promoting understanding of Contemporary art, advice and information.
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www.visualassociations.org.uk
An online directory of artists and art projects in the UK.
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