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SLOW BURN
Open viewing: Friday 23rd May, 5-8pm. All Welcome.
Craven Arts House, 55 Otley Street, BD23 1ET
Slow Burn explores the environment and the impact of industrial heritage on the land. Local artists Tim Smith, Elizabeth Smith, Luke Thompson, and Rose Wheeler have drawn inspiration from Langcliffe Quarry’s unique landscape, immersing themselves in the site’s rich history and natural surroundings. Their diverse responses though painting, drawing, poetry, and photography capture and celebrate the beauty of Langcliffe Quarry and its historical significance.
Open Thursday to Sunday 11-4pm between 22nd May - 15th June.
Entry is free.
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Bareathon
Sunday 25th May 2025
10am to 4pm
Participants will be asked to donate on a “Pay as you think” basis. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Yorkshire Cancer Research.
Craven Arts is to host a third Bareathon – a marathon life drawing event – to raise money
for Yorkshire Cancer Research. This time it has special impetus because the life model
behind the iniative has been himself diagnosed with cancer.
People can turn up, draw as long as they wish and contribute as much as they wish without any kind of commitment.
It is an ideal opportunity for participants to sample life drawing without any kind of looking over the shoulder and criticism. A number who have never tried the experience have come along and thoroughly enjoyed it. And for the more experienced it is a chance to practise their skills in a totally relaxed environment.
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Make More Music Live!
Music Performance by young people
Saturday 21st June
Doors Open: 5:30pm
Performance Starts: 6pm
Ticket Price: £3
The Make More Music project is now in full swing. 17 young people have met, formed bands, chosen songs and started rehearsing, getting ready for this performance. They are all super talented and we can’t wait for the show.
Big thanks to Beyondly for their support, without which this project couldn’t happen.
To purchase tickets please visit: https://www.cravenarts.co.uk/service-page/make-more-music-live