Can rest catalyse and aid creativity and activism? Can rest be a form of resistance in a productivity-obsessed and consumerist world? Could the acknowledgement of our limitations and need for rest be a pathway to strength? Is rest accessible for all? How can rest be informed by the concept of Sabbath and a respect for seasonality and human limitations?

After the interest and engagement of our pilot exhibition ‘Sowing Creative Fallow’ where we invited participants to think through rest, its barriers and benefits, we have decided to take 24 months to actively think about rest, work and creativity.

As we approach 15 years of developing exhibitions, regular creative groups, events and publications, we want to take time to consider how rest, Sabbath, rhythm and seasonality can shape our future and become embedded in our lives and practices.

‘Creating Fallow’ presents a relevant and inspiring programme that works as an antidote and challenge to rushing, pressured culture. The programme will be intentionally slow burning, to allow the programme themes to be embedded into all of our regular activities. The programme will also feature a series of creative and experimental workshops, exhibitions, writing and reflective activities.  You can check out these events (past, present and future) below:

Many Hands

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Sowing Creative Fallow

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