Graham Elstone. Critical studies. Guest speaker.



‘Ode to…’ Created by Graham Elstone
A piece about a busker playing music to the public with little to no reward yet he still continues to make music. Graham invites the public to release the busker in themselves with this interactive piece. 

Graham Elstone works as an artist, creative educator and project manager. Projects and creative work are exhibited regionally, nationally and internationally. His works involve digital arts, installation, performance and mixed media. Elstone's artwork has been shown in galleries, theatres and at festivals. Much of his work is made for public spaces and unusual settings, including shop fronts, disused buildings, streets, rural landscapes and other public buildings. Much of Elstone`s work requires interaction from audiences to explore and participate.

When Graham came to give us a talk he spoke about a wide range of options and was happy to share with us hints and tips that have helped him along his path. He told us to think about all the possibilities of your work and then how to take that to the next level, starting small and then imagine where it could go. Do not be afraid working with new people, different people equals different experiences. Make human connections. Taking opportunities on board no matter how small. Explore all types of creativity including using technology in your art and exploring the creativity within technology for example utilizing light detection software. Work with schools and care homes. Run workshops. Create displays for them. Get involved.

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