Today at OFS
At OFS today attending the latest ODF professional development workshop ‘Touring and Distribution‘ led by Tim Tubbs and Joe Bates. The pair led us through a well prepared session with charm, humour and straight talking. Unfortunately many dispiriting realities about attempting to tour on a traditional model for small scale independents and the difficulties of satisfying the demands of funders. The group had plenty of opportunity to raise questions/share experiences (and indignantly despair). However, Joe and Tim offered a few lateral approaches to consider and plenty of practical tips on networking, budget writing, organising admin and a portfolio career. Has given me plenty to think about..and act on!
After the workshop I found myself at MAO and the exhibition of Jenny Saville. Amazing flesh and bodies, large scale figurative and abstract all at once. First time I’ve seen her work and I was impressed.
Then back to OFS for my first of experience of ‘Playground’ already on its fourth outing. Great initiative with its interesting mix of presentations/ideas/interactivity and the opportunity to talk to lots of people!