23 artists exhibited next to van Gogh for a minute

Picture of them all above. The artists stand next to their work and their their work hangs next to van Gogh.

Bottom row (from right to left)
van Gogh's work on its own, Anne-Marie Savage, Fran Ortega, Tamar Whyte, Vitesh Vitlani, James Hill

2nd row from the bottom (from right to left)
Deborah Roberts, Yvonne Flavell, Philip Elbourne, Tom Estes, Kim Wan, Richard Parkinson

2nd row from the top (from right to left)
Jain McKay, Colette Lilley, Matthew Moore, Deep, Dhudwar, Tigz Rice, Suza Ward,

top row (from right to left)
Peter Slack + Kim Nicolini, John Quigley, Geraldine Marshal, Kirsty E Smith, Jocelyn Mayor, Joy Turner.

Read Kirsty E Smith's blogpost about the day!

The Weekend Supplement - Sunday 6 Dec

All tours start in the foyer. It is a free event and there’s no need to book – just drop in on the day.

11am – 4pm
SALE (self guided tour throughout the building)

11.15 – 11.30am
SPEED TOUR (from the perspective of of the Gallery Assistants)

12.30am – 1.15pm
PICTURESQUE TOUR

2.00 – 2.15pm
SPEED TOUR (from the perspective of the Librarians)

3 – 3.45pm
PICTURESQUE TOUR

Brief description of each tour:

Speed Tours: Very quick tours of the gallery for those who are always short of time! Each tour gives you an overview of the building from the perspective of various gallery team members: Gallery Assistants, Curators, Librarian, Cleaners…See the building anew!

Picturesque Tour: Take a tour of the many vistas captured by The New Art Gallery Walsall’s magnificent windows – a unique architectural feature which connects the gallery and the town from every vantage point.

Sale: ‘See one get one free’ on all art experiences! The language of the high street comes to the gallery. The artworks aren’t necessarily for sale but they can be seen for free all year round. Sale on a large scale: 100% off, 7 days a week!

The Weekend Supplement - Saturday 5 Dec

All tours start in the foyer. It is a free event and there’s no need to book – just drop in on the day.

10am – 5pm
SALE (self guided tour throughout the building)

10.15 – 10.30am
SPEED TOUR (from the perspective of the Cleaners)

11.30am – 12.15pm
PICTURESQUE TOUR

1 – 3 pm
ARTISTS CV BOOST (location: Garman Ryan 1)

3.30 – 3.45pm
SPEED TOUR (from the perspective of the Librarians)

4 – 4.45pm
PICTURESQUE TOUR

Brief description of each tour:

Speed Tours: Very quick tours of the gallery for those who are always short of time! Each tour gives you an overview of the building from the perspective of various gallery team members: Gallery Assistants, Curators, Librarian, Cleaners…See the building anew!

Artists’ CV Boost: An unmissable chance to exhibit next to van Gogh for one minute only! Artists can boost their CVs instantly by displaying their work directly next to a masterpiece within the Garman Ryan Collection (van Gogh, Sorrow, 1882). Each minute long exhibition will be photographed for prosperity.

Picturesque Tour: Take a tour of the many vistas captured by The New Art Gallery Walsall’s magnificent windows – a unique architectural feature which connects the gallery and the town from every vantage point.

Sale: ‘See one get one free’ on all art experiences! The language of the high street comes to the gallery. The artworks aren’t necessarily for sale but they can be seen for free all year round. Sale on a large scale: 100% off, 7 days a week!

Please note artists interested in Artists’ CV Boost should contact Ania Bas in advance: aniabas@gmail.com

The Weekend Supplement - Friday 4 Dec

All tours start in the foyer. It is a free event and there’s no need to book – just drop in on the day.

12 – 5pm
SALE (self guided tour throughout the building)

12 – 12.45pm
MEET THE STAFF TOUR

2 – 2.15pm
SPEED TOUR (from the perspective of the Technicians)

3 – 3.45pm
MEET THE STAFF TOUR


Brief description of each tour:

Speed Tours: Very quick tours of the gallery for those who are always short of time! Each tour gives you an overview of the building from the perspective of various gallery team members: Gallery Assistants, Curators, Librarian, Cleaners…See the building anew!

Meet The Staff: Are living people as interesting as the exhibits? Getting to know the gallery the team has been major part of Ania’s residency. The aim of this tour is to introduce these passionate and fascinating individuals to gallery visitors too.

Sale: ‘See one get one free’ on all art experiences! The language of the high street comes to the gallery. The artworks aren’t necessarily for sale but they can be seen for free all year round. Sale on a large scale: 100% off, 7 days a week!

Artists’ CV Boost - call for artists

Artists’ CV Boost - Part of The Weekend Supplement
Saturday 5 December 2009; 1 – 3 pm

Location: Garman Ryan 1, The New Art Gallery Walsall, Gallery Square, Walsall

An unmissable chance to exhibit next to van Gogh for one minute only! Artists can boost their CVs instantly by displaying their work directly next to a masterpiece within the Garman Ryan Collection (van Gogh, Sorrow, 1882). Each minute long exhibition will be photographed for prosperity.

24 artists will have a chance to exhibit. To be part of the event simply book your place with Ania Bas, e-mail: aniabas@gmail.com
Please note places will be given out on first come- first served basis.

>> Your work cannot exceed 50 cm x 60cm (including frame if applicable).
>> Prepare the work so it can be hung on ONE nail (no mirror plates, Velcro etc)
>> You will be assigned 5min time slot between 1pm and 3pm, if you miss it artists from waiting list will be given your place. So please arrive 10min earlier!

Post- speed tours

Did not make it to the speed tours? See some pictures!

Speed Tours - Saturday 22nd – Wednesday 26th August at 12 noon each day

Join me for Speed Tours – very quick tours of the gallery for those who are always short of time!

Speed tours will take place from Saturday 22nd – Wednesday 26th August at 12 noon each day (prompt start!)

Tours are going to be quick so you can squeeze them in during your lunch break! Each tour gives you an overview of the building and activities going on inside it from the perspective of various gallery team members: Gallery Assistant, Curator, Librarian, Cleaner…See the building anew!

There is no need to book. Just come to the gallery few seconds before 12 noon and wait by the board next to the reception desk. Speed tours are going to be speedy and will last approximately 15 min.

A final Tea Party will also take place in the Artists’ Studio on Thursday 27th August from 12pm-2pm to celebrate the end of my residency. Good news: I will be back! I am creating a series of alternative guided tours of the gallery which will be launched in December. More info coming soon....

…and the winners are:

Meet the staff
Speed
Artists - CV boost
Picturesque
Sale

Speed tours (a very quick tour of the gallery for all who are always short of time) are going to be developed first and you will have a chance to take part in them between 22nd and 26th August. 12 noon every day. Tours are going to be quick so hope you will squeeze them in your lunch break! You do not need to book. Just come to the gallery few seconds before 12 noon and wait by the reception desk. Tours will start promptly at 12 noon so do not be late! Speed tours are going to be speedy so please wear comfortable shoes.

All 5 tours will take place during the first weekend of December 2009. Exact dates and the programme will be announced shortly!