Saturday, 8 June 2013

Artist Statement for Sherwood Art Week 2013

This is what I prepared as  Artist Statement to be displayed alongside my work at Ania  Polish Restaurant, on Mansfield Road, for Sherwood Art Week 2013:


Vesse Ashley


Originally from Bulgaria, I have been living in Nottingham, near Sherwood for the last 12 years.
I create and teach glass painting on reclaimed glasses, bottles, jars, CD's, often incorporating recycled and natural materials.
In my work I'm exploring several topics: identity, environment, health, community and creativity and how they connect with each other.
At my workshops people (adults and children) learn how being creative is good for us and the environment whilst having fun too! It's a great way of promoting health and well-being through art. For enquiries and bookings follow the link on my website.
This year as part of SAW I am displaying art works at Ania restaurant inspired by meaningful strolls in and around Nottingham.
I am also running eco-workshops at the Transition Sherwood Community Food Garden on 22nd June, 2-3pm and 3-4pm- decorating discarded CDs and jars, inspired by the edible plants you see there happily growing, also learn about the past and present of the garden site. Find out from members about Transition Sherwood environmental groups and projects and how to get involved.
Look out for my Yarn Bomb Installation, near The Manor House Pub, called Memory Sticks.


@craftyglassUK


Check out the SAW Website 
and  if  you can do visit Sherwood, Nottingham between 22nd and 30th June, it will be transformed showcasing it's talent and community life.

Art instalation or bird scarers above my raspberries