The Trent Valley Past & Present project (TVPP) is an inspiring two-year cultural heritage project taking place in the Staffordshire Trent Valley. Exploring the millennia-long relationship between people and the landscapes of the River Trent and its tributaries through hands-on archaeology, The successful consultant should have proven experience of engaging communities & community groups through art & have local knowledge of the people and places of At least 3 local community groups to be engaged with 30 to 50 individuals participating. To apply, please click on the link for the full invitation to quote link and read thoroughly through the brief. Please also explore the Trent Valley Past & Present website to familiarise yourself with the project. Deadline for queries is 5pm on Thursday 23rd April and deadline for bid submissions is Thursday 30th April. Please inform the contact of your intention to bid.Job Summary
Job Description
historical research, and the sharing of local folklore, stories and history, individuals and groups will discover new ways to interpret and celebrate their shared past.
The project requires a creative artist to work with communities to design and deliver artistic interpretation of the histories, stories and folktales of the Staffordshire Trent Valley. This Invitation to Quote is for the generation of community ephemeral art, that promotes connection with local heritage, which will ultimately be exhibited at indoor venues and events across the county. The successful consultant will work closely with the Community Connector to ensure the work aligns with
the project's specifications and objectives.
This landscape heritage project celebrates the River Trent and its tributaries, using storytelling as a central theme. The artwork and interpretation will draw on folklore, local tales and oral traditions-bringing to life the stories that have long connected people to this landscape. Connecting stories to place lies at the heart of placemaking - by linking these stories to specific laces, the project aims to strengthen a sense of identity and belonging. It explores how shared memories and narratives shape our understanding of the land, helping people feel more connected to its history.
Overall, the project is designed to complement the wider work already underway, while creating a strong and meaningful sense of place through storytelling. This is a river and wetland landscape predominantly, you will explore - with the communities and groups you are working with - how the
landscape has shaped identity.
Project budget is £21,600 for the period from mid May to the end of September.Job Requirements
Staffordshire. The project takes place in the Staffordshire Trent Valley with a key focus on Burton upon-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford, we are open to proposals that focus on one or all
of these places. The Community Connector has key contacts in the above areas, however, the consultant should also be able to identify suitable groups to work with & will be taking the lead
engaging groups.
The artist should take a broad view and consider both physical & / or digital outputs. We are looking for artistic interpretation of the brief & are open to all artistic forms with a clear
methodology and rationale. The narrative of the project is based around our local heritage and how it has formed & shaped the local landscape from prehistoric earthworks to post-industrial landscapes. Job Responsibilities
Proposals that include working with children or vulnerable adults must demonstrate that correct safeguarding processes are in place & key personnel have a DBS check.
Interpretative art will engage broad audiences including those with sensory or physical disabilities.
Stories, folktales & local histories of the Staffs Trent Valley should be explored & creatively interpreted in collaboration with the local communities & at least some part to be created by communities.
Art must be tactile & interactive & designed for the purpose of a mobile exhibition.
Provide a clear rationale and methodology for your approach.
Art should be portable, allowing easy set up & take down & transport in a car or small van. Please note that the contract is up to the point of creation & does not include touring the exhibition.
The exhibition is intended to be ephemeral so please provide information on end-of-life. Useful Links
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