Recognition and Control – A Reflection on the Culture of Creative Constraint
The longer I work in community-based creative practice, the more I notice a persistent tension—between the organic, social flow of creative expression, and the rigid, […]
Arts
Silenced by Consensus? Rethinking Freedom of Expression in the Arts
In a democratic society, the arts have long served as a vital space for exploration, dissent, and expression—where ideas can be tested, boundaries pushed, and […]
Cultural Vandalism – The Impact of BBC’s Decision to Cease Drama Production on Radio 3
The BBC’s recent decision to end drama production on BBC Radio 3 from April 2025 has sparked widespread outrage among the creative community. This move, […]
Post-Election Reflections – Enhancing Cultural Democracy and Social Cohesion through Community Media
As we anticipate the results of the UK General Election on 5th July 2024, it is crucial to reflect on how the new government can […]
Reconstructing Joy – How Contemporary Art at Nottingham Contemporary Engages and Delights Without the Weight of History
At Nottingham Contemporary, the current exhibitions explore compelling themes that resonate deeply with both cultural identity and community engagement. Hamid Zénati’s Two Steps at a […]
Radio LEAR – Purpose and Objectives
If all goes to plan, Radio LEAR will be launching as a new community radio station in Leicester soon. Radio LEAR – which stands for […]
Moonage Daydream – Bowie’s Collective Individuation
On Friday, I went to the cinema to see Moonage Daydream, the film by Brett Morgen about the creative life of David Bowie. Rather than […]
What is Emergence?
What does it mean to be emergent? What are the characteristics properties of something that is in the process of emerging? What is emergence and […]
Metamodernity in Capitals
On Sunday I visited Nottingham Contemporary to have another look at Life on the CAPS, an audiovisual exhibition by Meriem Bennani. The premise of the […]
Bauhaus Beyond in Nottingham
Yesterday I visited Nottingham Contemporary to have a look at the latest exhibition ‘Still Undead: Popular Culture in Britain Beyond the Bauhaus.’ The exhibition “explores […]