Mansfield artists invited to celebrate the identity of their community

Mansfield Palace Theatre and Mansfield Museum and Art Gallery are encouraging local artists to apply for a new creative micro-commission that will celebrate the unique character, heritage and future aspirations of the communities of Bull Farm, Warsop and Ladybrook.

The initiative is seeking one artist from each area to create an original piece of work inspired by the place and people around them.

Successful applicants will receive a £500 commission to develop and deliver their project.

Artists working across all disciplines are invited to apply, including visual arts, music, performance, film, creative writing and other artforms.

The commissioned work should reflect the strengths and identity of Bull Farm, Warsop or Ladybrook, celebrating local people, places and stories while acknowledging the areas' heritage and hopes for the future.

The final piece will be shared with the wider community through digital platforms, including social media and the organisation's website, with opportunities for display in the museum or theatre.

Applications will begin with an expression of interest, where artists will be invited to outline their previous work and provide initial responses to the project brief.

Shortlisted applicants will then be asked to develop a more detailed proposal.

Final selections will be made by through the Museum Community Panel through a voting process.

Projects will be assessed on the artist's connection to the local area, their understanding of community identity, and their ability to create work that is engaging, accessible and representative of local residents.

Interested artists need to express interest by September 30.

A decision will be made on November 2 and successful artists would need to complete the project by February 15, ready to display next March.

nterested applicants should send an expression of interest, along with their idea, Jack Burrows at [email protected]