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 […]
The Common Space commission unfolds a fusion of art and nature in Sandown
An important element of the Isle of Wight’s Biosphere Reserve Status is to ensure that nature is protected and sustained, and what better way to do this than with creativity. A striking new sculpture featuring a pair of welded metal trees has just been unveiled at Sandown Bay, forming part of a growing public art […]
Cultural evolution through sustainability: Isle of Wight’s NPOs lead the way
Creative Island is spearheading a project that will take the Isle of Wight’s five National Portfolio Holders (NPOs) on a journey of carbon literacy training. It’s part of a wider strategy to embed sustainable practices across the cultural sector, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility. Gavin Stride, Director of Creative Island, says, What is carbon […]
Creative Biosphere Project Delivers Results
The year long ‘Creative Biosphere’ project is coming to its conclusion. Over the course of 2022, 5 secondary schools and 5 artists worked alongside local arts organisations to explore what it means to live in a Biosphere. The project has resulted in many interesting and thought-provoking outcomes, flag designs, sculptures, puppets, trails, carnival costumes, banners, […]
