Our Services
Installation shot, Open Conversations (2012) Carole Conde and Karl Beveridge
We work with artists, curatorial collaborators, art galleries and museums to research and develop community-based artists and arts programming, and to develop collaborative and participatory processes, focused on community engagement with cultural institutions.
We provide our clients with:
Full consultation service in community-based arts programming;
Short-term curatorial facilitation and/or workshops;
Short-term development of community-based arts programming projects; and/or,
Research and development of proposal and funding services.
We first work with our clients to review current programming, community needs, client expectations, and how clients will benefit from community based projects. We look to examples of community-based projects, and then develop art programming that will explore new ways of public engagement and collaboration using creative forms of informal learning.
“Canadian museums and art galleries retain their popularity through the development of a variety of programs, exhibitions and services. As centres of lifelong learning, art galleries and museums are valuable resources in the research, preservation and interpretation of Canada’s culture and heritage. ”
Our Approach
Carole Conde and Karl Beveridge, Open Conversations 2012 Installation shot .
Cascadia 2012 Installation shot
Our service focuses on the development of a creative form of participatory action research which re-defines community engagement and explores collaborative forms of creative inquiry with the aim of developing new knowledge about the local community, the participants and explore public engagement strategies. Our creative process focuses on dialogue and co-curation, to encourage multiple voices and new ways of knowing.
This means we collaborate with clients to:
Research and develop community-based art programming;
Make links to community, local and regional art practice, arts programming and public engagement; and or,
Research and develop participatory and collaborative processes in working with art galleries and museums.
““Many Canadian museums have developed and implemented social programs meant to engage the public in positive and innovative ways. From working with health agencies in developing therapeutic programs, to exploring the topics of climate change, sexual identity, mental health and disabilities, museums engage the public in important social conversations.””
Our Pricing
Our fee is based on an hourly rate and estimated hours to complete the contract. We also offer a sliding scale tailored to the capacity of clients.
