Learn about Arts Council England’s National Lottery Project Grants application process, with case studies and networking.
Thursday 13th Feb 2025, 1pm-4pm
Building 41, Cowes, FREE
This event is an opportunity to learn more about Arts Council England’s National Lottery Project Grants application process and guidance with Ginny Graham, Senior Relationship Manager at the Arts Council, Joe Plumb, Founder of Horse Box Theatre, and visual artist Trudie Wilson.
What to expect:
1.00-1.30pm: Arrivals
1.30-2.30pm: An introduction to the Arts Council’s National Lottery Project grants and Developing Your Creative Practice, delivered by Senior Relationship Manager Ginny Graham
2.30-3.30pm: Case studies Q&A with Joe Plumb and Trudie Wilson
2.30-4.00pm: 3 x 25-minute 1-2-1 sessions with Ginny Graham (booked in advance)
3.30-4.00pm: Coffee and networking
Presentation and Q&A: 1.30pm – 2.30pm
During the presentation you’ll learn more about:
- Arts Council England’s open access funding scheme, National Lottery Project Grants: what it funds, how to apply, and what happens to your application;
- Further information on the Arts Council’s Developing Your Creative Practice (DYCP) programme
Following the presentation, you will hear case studies on how other creatives have successfully applied for funding: Joe Plumb, Founder of Horse Box Theatre, and visual artist Trudie Wilson.
With support from the Arts Council’s National Lottery Project Grants, Horse Box Theatre developed six new plays set to premiere at the Department in 2025. It aims to champion local talent and support new writing on the Isle of Wight.
Artist Trudie Wilson’s Developing Your Creative Practice project focused on the geology of the Isle of Wight and its surrounding landscapes. It enabled her to further develop and explore her skills as a fine artist and included her first solo exhibition at Quay Arts. The grant gave Trudie the opportunity to conduct in-depth research and develop ideas, dedicate time to studio work, and create new connections to advance her career.
Venue address:
Building 41, Newport Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight PO31 8BX
121 Sessions with RMs
Bookable 121 surgery sessions with Ginny are also available to those that have started to develop their ideas. Please email [email protected] for more information and to book a slot.
Please note: There is a maximum of two people per organisation for a single 1-2-1 slot.
This event is open to members & non-members of the IW Creative Network.
Accessibility
Building 41 is a modern, fully accessible venue with excellent transport links with a bus stop located just outside on Newport Road, between Ascensos and BAE Systems, just outside of Cowes in Northwood.
Parking & transport: Parking is limited to residents of Building 41 with limited parking bays available. We recommend parking at Somerton Park & Ride (Newport Road, Cowes, PO31 7ER) which is a 5 minute walk away, at £2 per day. We also suggest car sharing where possible – which you can arrange through posting a notice on the IW Creative Network Facebook Forum to other members of the network.
Venue accessibility: The venue offers dedicated parking for those with health conditions or impairments, a disabled lift, wide doorways, and accessible toilets. The main co-working area is fully accessible with accessible toilets available as well as no steps or raised flooring. When booking, please let us know if you have any access requirements (such as British Sign Language interpretation or level access) by contacting [email protected] by 27th Jan 2025.
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Images:
Ryde Boy theatre production. Photo by Horse Box Theatre
Trudie Wilson. Photo by Maria Bell Photography
