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Malvern Exhibition of Contemporary Art |
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About MECA |
Malvern Exhibition of Contemporary Art (MECA) is an exciting new open submission exhibition event. From 1 July to 31 October 2009, empty shops in Great Malvern town centre will be turned into spaces for contemporary artworks. |
| It is our aim to showcase emerging contemporary artists who are local or have a direct connection to Worcestershire, over the next 4 months with a series of rolling exhibitions. |
| The event includes a programme of artist-led walks and talks about the exhibited works designed to generate interest and interaction. |
| Malvern, in Worcestershire, is well known for its natural spring water and rolling hills. Famous writers and musician have been inspired by the area’s beauty and performing arts already play an important part in Malvern life. Now we want MECA to put Malvern on the map as a destination for contemporary, visual arts. |
| By bringing art out of the gallery and into the community, MECA makes contemporary art accessible to everyone. Those who visit galleries regularly will get the opportunity to engage with art 'closer to home' and appreciate that good contemporary art isn't limited to urban settings. MECA will reach people who can’t get to galleries for health or transport reasons. And it provides an interesting introduction to contemporary art to people who are unfamiliar with it or have no interest in visiting galleries. |
| We want MECA to encourage debate and stimulate conversation about contemporary art and its audience in a rural setting. With the economic downturn having a noticeable impact, MECA also aims to help revitalise the town centre through using empty shop fronts and attracting more visitors to Malvern. |
MECA is organised by Worcestershire Contemporary Artists (W-CA).
Set up in 2008, W-CA aims to: |
- create opportunities and dialogue around contemporary art in Worcestershire
- establish a support network for artists
- increase exhibition opportunities in Worcestershire and beyond
- invite international artists to show and talk about their art in the region
- investigate the idea of provincial art and contemporary art in the rural setting.
- build lasting relationships that contribute toward the profile of contemporary art in Worcestershire.
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