ixia

ixia works with partners to deliver Seminars to disseminate the findings of its research and to encourage networking and debate. For 2009 and 2010, ixia has worked with Situations, Places Matter! and Arts Council England to develop and deliver two series of Seminars. They have been devised for artists, curators, public art consultants and representatives of public and private sector organisations that promote and commission public art. In addition to hearing from speakers, attendees will be encouraged to engage actively in discussions and to reflect upon their own work in relation to the issues discussed.

Each Seminar costs £60 per person, including refreshments and lunch.

“What Public Art Needs Now!”

ixia and Situations have developed a series of groundbreaking Seminars framed by a provocative response to the statement: “What Public Art Needs Now!”

The three Seminars will examine different aspects of emergent and alternative models of contemporary public art commissioning by focusing on the role of the curator/commissioner within an exemplary international public art project. Organised through informal illustrated presentations, group discussions and critical responses, the three seminars will provide attendees with the opportunity to hear from, and question, the commissioners behind the projects, the artists and other participants involved, and respondents from the contemporary public art sector.

For further details about the speakers, content, dates and venues - and to book your place - please click here .

“Places Matter!”

Places Matter! and Arts Council England have partnered with ixia to deliver a series of Seminars throughout the north-west of England. The Seminars will enable attendees to reflect upon contemporary public art practice and to develop their understanding of specific contexts and issues which support and influence the delivery of public art.

For more detailed information about the Seminar content, speakers and venues - and to book your place - please click here.

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis so please book quickly!