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From September changes at the Pavilion with the W3 Venue elements of the Studio, Cafe, Kitchen & Garden all managed by ARTification. Celebrating Art, Culture, Community.
ARTification is proud to announce Guest Speakers on 19/10/24.
Mike McKenzie. Creative Advocate and Media Producer. Filmmaker, drummer, teacher who creates under the name DrumCamFilms. Mohamed Mohamud. Founder of Somali Sideways and African Union Media Fellow. Mohamed Mohamud is a British-Somali photographer and is the founder of Somali Sideways, a project documenting the lives of the global Somali diaspora. He is the author of two photobooks and one e-book and was the African Union media fellow in 2023. Kofi Nyamah, community engagement manager (Acton and central Ealing). Kofi works… Read More
ARTifictaion is holding the Annual General Meeting where we will share the work of Charity, the Annual Report & Audited Accounts and Trustee business. We are also happy to host Guest Speakers. The public meeting is on Saturday 19/10/24 at 12 noon at North Acton Pavilion, W3 0JF.
The W3 market starts after the AGM with music, entertainment, stalls and good food. So join us for an ARTi afternoon with friends & neighbours. All welcome.
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Chantel Mia Events brings to you Sip, Paint & Create where Art x Creativity x Music comes alive. This is the bring your own drinks edition. Welcome drink on arrival
Saturday 26th October. 8pm - 10pm. North Acton Pavilion W3 0JF £25 sip-paint-create.eventbrite.co.uk. All Welcome 18+. Linktr.ee/chantel.mia
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Save the dates for our upcoming Plant & Art Market at the W3 Venue, nestled within the serene North Acton Playing Fields, W3 0JF! Join us on select Saturdays throughout the season from 1 - 4 pm:
11th May 8th June 6th July 10th August 14th September New date: 19th OctoberExperience a day filled with vibrant greenery, captivating artworks, and lively performances! In addition to browsing our diverse selection of plants and stunning artworks, enjoy live performances by local musicians, interactive art demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. From plant potting workshops…
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STIK, Patron of the Arts: In 2014 STIK created 'Big Mother' with us, the tallest public art in the UK in Acton. Since then STIK has supported ARTification and the work the Charity undertakes, particularly with disadvantaged communities.
STIK is a minimalist, figurative painter and sculptor who focuses exclusively on the human body in line form. STIK’s has created some of the largest public artworks in London, New York and Tokyo and his 12 ft (4m) bronze sculpture ‘Holding Hands’ is installed permanently in London’s Hoxton Square. As an activist STIK works with the N.H.S.,…
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Patron of the Arts: ARTification is honoured that Pioneering photographer, James Barnor, is our longstanding Patron. Since we first met in 2002, James exhibited his iconic photographs at the first Acton Visual Arts exhibition in 2003, remaining a supporter. Since then, his work has reached new heights and James is now recognised as a trailblazer.
Born in Ghana in 1929, James Barnor opened his renowned Ever Young studio in Accra, where he immortalized a nation at the moment of its independence. He was one of the first photojournalists to collaborate with The Daily Graphic, a…
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Celebrating 20 years of Artification with ARTi Trustee & Hikeyetna founder Sulaiman Othman, Arts Councils Symone Williams, MP Rupa Huq, Street Artist ATM, ARTi Director Rachel Pepper, DrumCams Mike McKenzie & many more at W3 venue, North Acton Pavilion.
“Now in our 20th year, we are celebrating our achievements and planning our development. There is much to celebrate as we move forward. Supporting local artists & creatives, ARTification has also brought a sense of community and pride to the streets and…
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Public art by ATM. Goldfinch mural at W3 Studio in North Acton Playing Fields.
ATM spoke of the piece: "Goldfinches were chosen as a subject by local residents because they are such a popular bird in the area. Local people stopped a smuggling ring for goldfinches, which were being illegally trapped in the park and playing fields for sale. That was a big success and shows what a good effect residents can have when they are aware and intervene."
The official unveiling took place on 28/10/23. A lovely gathering at ARTi's W3 Venue with creatives, residents, supporters,…
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Grotesque Clay: Uncovering the Martinware Collection is a VR exhibition exploring Ealing Council’s extensive collection of ceramics made by the Martin brothers of Southall. The exhibition shows highlights from the collection that have not been shown in public for more than 15 years.
Experience the exhibition online or using VR headset at Southall Library from Monday 20th November.
This exhibition is part of a Centennial Programme of projects celebrates the Council’s Martinware Collection and explores the legacy of the Brothers’ in Southall today. It has been produced by…
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Poetry Nights: We are pleased to announce monthly spoken word events at W3 gallery. Whilst we have held spoken word events in the past, the September evening sparked interest and a desire to hold more.
Fantastic poetry evening hosted by Anthony Smith, featuring the Acton Poets, author poets: Caroline Maldonado, Amir Darwish, Alice Thompson & others for Open-Mic. Plus special guest the Ealing Mayor, Hitesh Taylor. As this was such a success we are planning more.
More coming soon. Welcoming all spoken word artists and poets. Get in touch if you'd like to share.
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