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Applications welcomed for Peter Reddick Bursary Award at Spike Print Studio
Based in the Bristol Contemporary Print Centre at Spike Island, the acclaimed Spike Print Studio is the biggest open-access print studio in the south west.
They are a charitable organisation whose stated mission is “to provide exceptional resources, inspiration, space, training for all, from beginners to professional artists and by doing so, advance printmaking and educate the public in the inclusive art of printmaking”.
Co-founded by celebrated illustrator and wood engraver Peter Reddick in 1976 – who was also co-founder of Spike Island and a hugely important champion of art and artists in Bristol – the centre is now approaching its half century.
is needed now More than ever
It continues in earnest to deliver its goals through a myriad of opportunities for people to engage in the artform, running workshops, events and the free-to-join Print Club Bristol.
Screenprinting at Spike Print Studio – photo: Jo Hounsome Photography
Spike Print Studio is currently welcoming applications from new graduates for its annual £2500 bursary in Reddick’s name, and is especially keen to hear from applicants who are inspired by a mix of traditional and contemporary relief printing techniques.
The award grants the successful candidate with a year of studio membership with full support, learning opportunities and a final exhibition in 2025.
Stitched Together, Prena Chandiramani – photo: courtesy of the artist
“The last four years have impacted on everyone,” organisers say, “and as the world moves forward in uncertain ways, we hope the successful candidate will have the ability to address the uncertainties of the time by how they approach and manage their work.
“Our past awardees have all stated that the opportunity to develop over the year is unrivalled, and the recognition by Spike Print Studio was a huge part of their career development – a solo and bursary are seen as significant on their CVs.”
Erasure II, Jess Bugler (2018) – photo: courtesy of the artist
The application deadline for the Peter Reddick Bursary Award 2024-2025 is June 30, and the bursary begins on October 1, culminating in an exhibition in September 2025. For more information about the bursary and to apply, visit www.spikeprintstudio.org.
Main photo: Connected Loneliness © Leonie Bradley (wood engraving, 2018)
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