Toolkit for Gallery Visits (2019)

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Art Doctors

 
A photograph of the boxed toolkits stacked on a desk, with one at the front open, showing some of the activity cards inside. Photo Credit: Alison McIntyre.

A photograph of the boxed toolkits stacked on a desk, with one at the front open, showing some of the activity cards inside. Photo Credit: Alison McIntyre.

A downloadable toolkit developed in collaboration with community groups in Leeds, as part of the project, ‘Who's Afraid of Contemporary Art?’

We talked about what it is like to visit an art gallery, what makes people feel welcome or unwelcome and what kinds of activities can help people engage more easily with the artworks on display.

To download the toolkit, click the link below:

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Art Doctors

The Art Doctors playfully break down barriers to participation in contemporary art, and explore the positive role of creativity in all our lives.

We gather near art galleries, at events and online, wearing our paint splattered coats and stethoscopes, and with prescription pads at the ready. We may prescribe some art for you to go and look at or maybe an everyday creative activity for you to try at home.

We love thinking about art and creativity as a starting point for conversations and we firmly believe that every response is valid and important, whether you see yourself as an expert or not. We also believe in the power of FUN.

The Art Doctors are Leeds-based artists Alison McIntyre and Liz Stirling, with regular special guest appearances from consultants, specialists and junior doctors.

https://hatchprojects.org.uk/project/art-doctors/

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