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VIDEO: The Hidden hands of Walsall by Tereza Buskova
The Hidden Hands of Walsall procession took place in the town centre at the end of November and has been captured in this beautiful film by Carl Gibbons.
Black Country Digital Firsts: Olivia James
Selected artists from the Black Country are harnessing digital skills and mentoring through Black Country Digital Firsts; a partnership between Creative Black Country and The Space.
Black Country Digital Firsts: The Dorothy Parkes Centre
Selected artists from the Black Country are harnessing digital skills and mentoring through Black Country Digital Firsts; a partnership between Creative Black Country and The Space.
Black Country Digital Firsts: Amarjit Nar
Selected artists from the Black Country are harnessing digital skills and mentoring through Black Country Digital Firsts; a partnership between Creative Black Country and The Space.
Black Country Digital Firsts: Alex Billingham
Selected artists from the Black Country are harnessing digital skills and mentoring through Black Country Digital Firsts; a partnership between Creative Black Country and The Space.
Black Country Digital Firsts: CoLab Dudley
Selected artists from the Black Country are harnessing digital skills and mentoring through Black Country Digital Firsts; a partnership between Creative Black Country and The Space.
Black Country Digital Firsts: Tom Hicks
Selected artists from the Black Country are harnessing digital skills and mentoring through Black Country Digital Firsts; a partnership between Creative Black Country and The Space.
Walsall Celebrates Creativity and Heritage with Exciting New Projects
Walsall is positioning itself as one of the most creative areas in the Black Country, with a host of innovative projects and collaborations shaping a vibrant cultural future.
Creative Opportunities - what it's like doing an internship with Creative Black Country
During Autumn 2024 we had the pleasure of hosting University of Birmingham graduate Elliscia on a short work placement with the team at Creative Black Country.
Walsall Makes: Walsall Wonderland by Bostin Creatives
Bostin Creatives organised a beautiful inclusive day of free festivities and activities for the whole family at the Walsall Hub including: Drop in crafts, Christmas card making, live music, festive storytelling and games and a Christmas performance.
Walsall Makes: The Hidden Hands of Walsall Procession
The Hidden Hands of Walsall engaged with a group of women from diverse and often migrant backgrounds living in Walsall who regularly meet at Simple Steps CIC and Aaina Community Hub.
Walsall Makes: Community Lantern Festival
The team at Walsall Creative Factory didn’t let the horrible weekend weather spoil their plans as they delivered a stunning example of community resilience and creativity with their lantern trail representing local history and diversity.
MORE TO EXPLORE: Can Yow Remember?
Can Yow Remember? has officially ended its MORE TO EXPLORE pilot, and what an unforgettable experience it’s been.
Building Impact: Creative Black Country's Evaluation Journey with Earthen Lamp
Sajida Carr and Vishalakshi Roy discuss the evolution of Creative Black Country's evaluation approach at the GEM conference.
Walsall Makes – Art
Three artists have taken up residency in empty shops in Walsall to make art. Located on the top floor of the Saddler Centre artists Daya Bhattia, Queenie Garland and Dan Griffin-Hayes will occupy two empty shops until December 2024 creating new temporary public artworks for Walsall.
Getting creative at the CBC Autumn Social
Thank you to everyone that joined us in Dudley at our Autumn Social last month at DY1.
Announcing the recipients of the Small Grant Commissions to Support Cultural Projects in Walsall
In collaboration with One Walsall and as part of the 'Walsall Makes' programme, Creative Black Country (CBC) is proud to announce the recipients of the series of Small Community Cultural Grants (ranging from £1k to £5k) as part of our ongoing partnership to celebrate and enrich local culture in Walsall.
REPORT: The cultural landscape of the Black Country
Between November and December 2023 Creative Black Country commissioned Earthen Lamp to undertake a study examining how the cultural landscape of the Black Country has changed in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Juneau Projects Awarded prestigious Artist in Residency to work alongside whg and Creative Black Country in new Partnership
Juneau Projects, the innovative artist duo known for their community-centered and interactive works, have been awarded the prestigious Artist in Residency opportunity, presented through a new partnership between Midlands landlord whg and Creative Black Country (CBC).
More to Explore - Walls of Light: Transforming Black Country Streets with Vibrant Murals
More to Explore - Walls of Light: Transforming Black Country Streets with Vibrant Murals