Ok, Big Pete. I’ve been following your work for a long time now, you are one of my favourite artists on the gram. Firstly, because you are an artist living in Gollywood (Goldthorpe) in the Dearne Valley near to where I grew-up in Conisbrough and secondly because I like your unapologetic way of creating collages …
Throughout secondary school, getting out of Doncaster was the main, sometimes only, thing on my mind. I knew the kind of work I wanted scarcely existed here and I felt like I couldn’t be my “true authentic self” due to the shame I felt. I dreamed of escaping; that way I’d never have to tell …
As part of The Doncaster Effect project, we speak to Rita Shore. Rita has been actively involved with Doncaster’s community for many years as a devoted teacher. She is an emerging artist at the age of 73 and is proud to be dedicating her time to making art and supporting others. I’m a Doncaster lass, …
We got the chance to interview college student Megan Bailey. Based in Doncaster, Megan’s sculptures focus on using materials and transforming them into pieces of art. Words: Megan Bailey Photography: Megan Bailey What inspired you to become an artist? I originally wasn’t going into an art based industry. However, I was inspired by the work of Martin Parr to start …
Doncaster Creates and The New Fringe had teamed up last week to put together an arts auction, to raise money to support people affected by the floods. This was a fantastic collaboration that has raised a grand total of £4,300! Thank you to everyone involved and supported the event. Words: Kim Farr Photography: Courtesy of …