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Q: Plan Chest wanted [posted by Sarais 29.6.08]
Does anyone have an old wooden plan chest, A1 size 5/6 drawers, preferably not plastic veneer or metal. Can't afford antique or ebay prices!
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Q: Raku Studio Space wanted [posted by Aysha 10.12.07]
I am urgently seeking a studio space suitable for a forthcoming Ceramics project (with outside space for Raku work) in Jan/Feb 2008. A studio space is needed for 6 sessions running on concurrent Wednesday afternoons from 23rd Jan-20th Feb (excl. 13th Feb). Studio must have access to kiln/ceramic making resources and be close to Coventry City Centre. The project is working with young people, looking at the theme of 'Fire' and how it can be used creatively. Participants will be producing work for inclusion in The Herbert's new gallery space, and will also be producing an AV to accompany this work. Please contact me ASAP if you have anything I may be able to use for this exciting project!
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Q: Who does scans of paintings? [posted by Stuart 2.1.07]
Is there anyone who knows of a company who can do hi - res scans of my paintings ? Warwickshire area if possible.
A: We can do high res scans for you here at Nellyb, up to A4 and we can print upto A3, if your paintings are larger, then someone like Rayfont, in earlsdon could probably scan larger. You could also just photgraph the paintings and input the photographs on a computer, it depends what you wanted to do with them. hope that helps. nellyb
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Q: Where can I get some portable staging? [posted by Simon 24.4.06]
I need to get hold of some relatively portable, but sturdy raised stage blocks or rostra - preferably that can be fastened together. Willing to beg, borrow, hire (but steal if necessary...).
A: For a hire option, you could try www.stage-electrics.co.uk hire department, or else this is the sort of things that schools have so you could try a local school (especially one with Performing Arts College status) [posted by Janet 24.4.06].
A: I think it might be worth trying the Community Arts Workshop / One Nation Studios in Leamington for staging 01926 888333 [posted by Andy 4.9.06]
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Q: Recommend Public Liability Insurance? [posted by Cathryn 10.4.06]
I am the programme manager for Arts+Media Training. We have had quite a few requests lately from people wanting advice on who to go to for public liability insurance for artists running workshops etc. The company we have previously recommended (Opus Insurance) has been taken over by a larger global company and so I am looking for advice and guidance from redteapoters regarding who gets what insurance supplied (locally or otherwise) by whom. Any info gratefully received.
A: I recommend Performers at Wrightsure, which is really good although might not be suitable for everyone. Any Performing Artists who are Equity Members will also be covered by their membership. [posted by Janet 10.4.06]
A: AIR Public Liability and Products Liability Insurance. From 1st November 2007, AIR membership will automatically include public liability and product liability insurance cover up to £5m.Go to www.a-n.co.uk/subscribe for further information on artist subscription and sign up. [posted by David 17.10.07]
Q: WHERE CAN I GET A STUDIO? [posted by Sally 3.1.06]
I am a professional visual artist planning to move to the West Midlands area in February. I would like to find an artists studio to rent. If anyone knows of any, please get in touch.
*A: For Coventry city centre studios, try Artspace www.coventry-artspace.co.uk.
*A: Artists based at Stockton near Southam have a workshop which we would like to let as studio space for other artists. For more info visit our website: www.cuttinggallery.co.uk or call us on 01926 817572
*Q: Film Community? I am a london based film maker from the westmidlands who plans to move back to the west midlands very soon. I work full time as editor and have written and directed three short films please see www.scaleproductions.co.uk/us for my last short. I am looking to find a film community or support for film makers in the west midlands area. [posted by Carl 6.8.05]
*A: The place to start looking is Herbert Media - they should be able to put you on the right track...In the meantime, you could also try Vivid, Call the Shots and Screen West Midlands to get you started... [posted by Janet 8.8.05]
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*Q: Do you know any good companies that will insure me working with drama and children and young people? [posted by Jenny 22.7.05]
*A: Wrightsure Insurance Company have a scheme called Performers which is recommended by the Independent Theatre Council, and is really pretty good! Performers is geared up for small scale theatre companies/drama work but they will also insure individuals for community stuff and/or workshops. You can mix and match what you need - to cover kit, public liability, office contents, vans, employees etc etc. [posted by Janet 22.7.05]
* Q: Exhibition spaces in Coventry City Centre? [posted by Karen 24.6.05]
Does anyone know of any other exhibition spaces, curated or for hire, other than Herbert, Lanchester and Glass House? Or even empty shops with a friendly landlord?
*A: Friswells Picture Gallery in Earlsdon have a large front window and room for hire to show works. Please contact the gallery direct or email for details . [posted by Patrick 22.7.05]
*A: ACE WM have a list of galleries and exhibition spaces in the west midlands with contact details. I just got an electronic copy off them... [posted by Oliver 22.7.05]
*A: It's probably not exactly what you're looking for, but the Tin Angel on Spon Street hosts exhibitions. Have a look at their website for more info. [posted by Jane 25.6.05]
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* Q: Please can anyone tell me where I can buy decent size stretcher bars from? I'm looking for 40" & up. I've been to Hobbycraft & all they have is odd ones stuffed under the paint stand (collecting MRSA!!!) Cheers! [posted by Emma 20.6.05]
*A: As a supplier to many crafts and services I have a source for high quality stretchers up to 2m 20cm with needle cross bars. Also box stretchers . Contact me at Friswells Picture Gallery in Earlsdon. [posted by Patrick 22.7.05]
*A: www.atlantisart.co.uk is very good and quick, they do very large sizes, most in stock. I have used them a few times. Good service. [posted by Simon 18.7.05]
*A: If you have no joy, you could try this website, I'm sure they would mail order:
www.edwardhenry.com/stretcher_bars.htm [posted by Andrew 23.6.05]
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* Q: I am looking for a (poetry, flash fiction, screen writing, short story) writing group within Coventry, CV2 would be great ~ does anybody know of any!? Thank you. If not, I am going to have to give in and start one myself! Which won't be a pretty sight! [posted by Kelly 20.4.05]
*A: We have a good supportive poetry group that you would be most welcome to come along to. We meet every third tuesday in the month at Liquid cafe bar in the Coventry city arcade at 8pm - we have a good mix of poets and storytellers - new blood always welcome [posted by Jo 10.7.06]
*A: Kelly, I'd be interested in being involved in a writing group and know of others who would be keen. Get in touch, or come along to a Heaventree Press event: this Saturday, 14th May in Browns Bar at 2pm, or Tuesday 7th June, The Tin Angel, Spon St. 8.30pm. [Posted by Michael 12.5.05]
*A: I have worked with heaventree press previously and would suggest that they should be the first port of call. I am also interested in developing a language arts project, akin to BBC2's Poetry season whereby poems are animated according to their rhythm using simple animation techniques and voiceovers. If anyone else is interested in this, please get in touch. [Posted by Kerrie 12.5.05]
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* Q: I'd be interested to know of any other practising illustrators in the area and any support groups that they may have with each other. If anyone can help? [posted by Hannah 18.4.05]
*A: Earlier this year Al Davison opened a shop at the canal basin. He is a top grade comic illustrator and a thoroughly nice person. He also runs classes for adults and for children. Visit his shop or www.astralgypsy.com [posted by Jack 1.6.05]
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* Q: As a mature second year Fine Art Student at Coventry University, I am looking for information on venues to begin exhibiting my work. I would also be interested in contacting person(s) interested in putting on a group exhibition of work. [posted by Christine 31.3.05]
*A: You could try The Tin Angel on the corner of Spon Street and Lower Holyhead Road - their website is listed on our where to find venues and services pages. Or you could try the Glasshouse on Earl Street which tends to be booked up well in advance and is administered by the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum. To find artists interested in group exhibitions, try going to the Coventry Artists Network - next meeting 14th April at 6.30pm at the Herbert Art Gallery - or advertising in Emerge magazine. [posted by Janet 8.4.05]
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* Q: I'm looking for cheap, or even better, space 'in kind' for a dance rehearsal period of four weeks in May/June. Mobius Dance could offer workshops in return, and any other suggestions are welcome. Any help will be greatly appreciated, Many Thanks. [posted by Katy 11.1.05]
*A: I work for a youth organisation in warwickshire and we have just moved site in leamington spa and now part run a community centre as well - we have as part of that space a large wooden floored hall and changing rooms. We may be able to help but i would need more details re times you require that space so I can look at our bookings. we may be able to do an in kind swap for work shops you would need to be crb checked and insured through as it would be with young people. Any how let me know more details (via redteapot) and if you are interested. [posted by Clare 17.1.05]]
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* Q: Where can I hire nice, affordable theatre rehearsal space in the W.Midlands? [posted by Simon 7.12.04]
*A: Some possibilities: West Indian Centre, Coventry; Earlsdon Methodist Church Hall, Coventry; Custard Factory, Birmingham...any more, let us know!
*A: Try contacting Bedworth Arts Centre they have a large area in which they have regular productions and rehearsals 02476 643255 - will require booking. [posted by Joe 28.11.06]
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* Q: Does anyone know of a local withy supplier? [posted by Amie 22.11.04]
*A: I don't have a local supplier, but we use PH Coates. You could also try Slimbridge. [Posted by Jackie 22.11.04]
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