Historic Quay Arts Centre seeks public help to fund urgent repairs
Quay Arts Centre has kicked off a Crowdfunder campaign to help fund an essential restoration project. For nearly five decades, Quay Arts has been at the heart of the Isle of Wight’s creative scene. Many of you will have exhibited or performed there over the years, as well as attend other artist’s events. This much-loved […]
Isle of Wight celebrates International Day for Biosphere Reserves
This Sunday, 3rd November 2024, the Isle of Wight will join in the global celebration of the International Day for Biosphere Reserves. This special day highlights the importance of biosphere reserves around the world, emphasising both natural preservation and the connection between communities and their environments. Since 2019, the Isle of Wight has been one […]
Budding Island musicians: Enter #RSDUnsigned for a shot at mastering at Abbey Road Studios
Are you a budding musician hoping to be discovered? There are just a few more days to enter the #RSDUnsigned competition designed to propel independent artists through the power of vinyl. This year, the stakes are high. The winning artist or band will receive a vinyl manufacturing package, talent development opportunities and a live festival […]
Solent Seascape Project offers £4,000 artist residency to explore nature restoration
Calling all Isle of Wight artists! Solent Seascape has announced an open call for artists to engage in a new residency, creatively exploring nature restoration within the Solent. This residency, part of the ambitious Solent Seascape Project (SSP), invites artists to connect with the community, bringing new awareness to the local seascape and its ongoing […]
Sarah Chatwin joins Creative Island as a trustee to drive cultural investment on the Isle of Wight
We’re pleased to announce that Sarah Chatwin has recently been appointed as a trustee of Creative Island. Sarah, a seasoned Chartered Surveyor and principal business leader, brings with her a commitment to strategic investment in the Island’s arts, culture, and heritage. Sarah says, “I am delighted to be able to support and advocate the strategic […]
New Film Studios on the Isle of Wight sparks BFI skills funding initiative
If you attended the recent Isle of Wight Creative Industries Conference or watched the live stream online, you will have heard the good news from Councillor Julie Jones-Evans, the Cabinet member for Economy, Regeneration, Culture and Leisure, about the plans to push the Island’s creative industries forward. She announced that the Isle of Wight council’s […]
Industry leaders inspire at the first Creative Industries Conference on the Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight Creative Network (IWCN) held its inaugural Creative Industries Conference on 3rd October 2024, marking a significant moment for the Island’s creative sector. The event, held at Building 41 on the outskirts of Cowes, brought together more than 60 in-person attendees, with many more joining via a live stream to engage with […]
Young talent shines at Isle of Wight Young Artist Award 2024
Last weekend saw the launch of Brave Island’s annual Isle of Wight Young Artist Award. Now in its third year, this competition has grown year on year, with a record number of entries for 2024. A gallery full of young talentThis year’s event showcases the creativity of 41 young artists whose artwork is currently on […]
Isle of Wight’s Future Creatives Careers Week returns with inspiring opportunities
Future Creatives Careers Week is back for its second year, running from 3rd to 7th February 2025. This exciting event offers a range of free workshops, talks, and presentations designed to inspire and motivate young people to pursue careers in the creative industries. The event is open to primary, secondary and post-16 pupils, giving them […]
New opportunities for local artists as MA Arts Prize extends deadline
Monkton Arts has extended the submission deadline for its prestigious Monkton Arts Prize. Artists now have until Friday, 8th November 2024, to enter their work, giving participants an extra month to prepare. New venue for shortlist exhibitionThe extension comes as Monkton Arts prepares to host the Shortlisted Exhibition in a new location. This year, the […]