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WIGTOWNSHIRE ARTS HUBArea Plan 2012 -2013..
Aspiration Wigtownshire will be locally, nationally and internationally recognised as an exciting andvibrantplace where people of all ages enjoy a high quality of life enhanced by access to inspiring artsexperiences andopportunities to be creative. The area will have a healthy cultural economy where arts businesses thriveand
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people are drawn to visit and invest in the area by the quality of our arts.
Wigtownshire Arts Hub Vision for the ArtsV1. Access
People across the Wigtownshire will have access,equal at least to that found in other parts of theRegion, to high quality arts experiences from awide range of times and cultures.
Arts experiences will encourage and enable peoplein Wigtownshire to participate in a range of creativearts activities across the full range of art forms
In particular, every child and young person inWigtownshire will have the opportunity toexperience the richness of the arts
V4. Economic Impact
Arts businesses in Wigtownshire will be encouragedand supported
High quality arts activities that have the potentialto attract visitors to Wigtownshire or enhance theeconomy in other ways will be encouraged andsupported
People across Wigtownshire will be encouraged toconsider career routes in the creative industries
People across Wigtownshire will have opportunitiesto enhance their transferable skills, such as team-
work, leadership and creative problem solving,through engagement with the arts
V2. Talent
The Wigtownshire Hub will aim to ensure thatartistic talent and excellence are thriving andcelebrated by people of all ages but especiallyyoung people.
V5. Health and Well-being
People across Wigtownshire will have theopportunity to engage with arts activities andexperiences that enhance their mental and physicalwell-being
V3. Social Cohesion and Diversity
Groups and communities across Wigtownshire willhave the opportunity to be involved in decision-
making about the arts via the Wigtownshire Hub The Wigtownshire Hub will endeavour to ensure
that more people are involved in arts in theircommunities and are as a consequence enrichedand inspired by arts experiences whether asaudience members, amateurs, professionals or
V6. Natural Environment
People across Wigtownshire will have theopportunity to engage with arts activities related to
the regions outstanding natural environment
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volunteers.
Dumfries & Galloway Council PrioritiesA We will provide a good start in life for all our childrenB We will prepare our young people for adulthood and employmentC We will care for our older and vulnerable peopleD We will support and stimulate our local economyE We will maintain the safety and security of our regionF We will protect and sustain our environment
Scottish Governments 16 National Outcomes1
We live in a Scotland that is the most attractive place for doing business in Europe
2 We realise our full economic potential with more and better employment opportunities for our people
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We are better educated, more skilled and more successful, renowned for our research and innovation
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Our young people are successful learners, confident individuals, effective contributors and responsible citizens
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Our children have the best start in life and ready to succeed
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We live longer, healthier lives
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We have tackled the significant inequalities in Scottish society
8We have improved the life chances for children, young people and families at risk
9We live our lives safe from crime, disorder and danger
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We live in well designed, sustainable places where we are able to access the amenities and services we need
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We have strong resilient and supportive communities where people take responsibility for their own actions and how theyaffect others
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We value and enjoy our built and natural environment and protect it and enhance it for future generations
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We take pride in a strong, fair and inclusive national identity
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We reduce the local and global environmental impact of our consumption and production
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Our people are able to maintain their independence as they get older and are able to access appropriate services when theyneed it
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Our public services are high quality, continually improving, efficient and responsive to local peoples needs
The Wigtownshire Arts Hub will endeavour to link its activities to as many of the Councils Priorities and the Scottish
Government's National Outcomes as possible, whilst supporting the Visions of the Arts in Wigtownshire and Dumfries and
Galloway. Where a direct and full link to a Priority or an Objective cannot be made, a demonstration of the underpinning of it will
be made through this plan.
Areas of Art and Culture covered by Wigtownshire Arts Hub Plan:
1 Performing Arts - theatre, music, dance, cinema2 Visual Arts - painting, photography, sculpture, design and craft, public art, galleries and exhibition spaces3 Literature - writing, publishing, language, libraries4 Heritage built environment, gardens, museums, archaeology, local history, archives, oral history, and genealogy5 New Media computer graphics and animation, digital arts, digital music, DJ presentation and recording6 Infrastructure staffing , buildings
It should be stressed that this is a working document. It should be revisited often and adapted to circumstances. Initially theWigtownshire Hub should embark on a mapping exercise, developing a network of contacts to enable consultation on the artsand promotion of the Arts Hub.
Arts Desired Outcome Vision/ Priority/ Long Term Action Immediate Action
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Genre Theme Strategy
1PERFORMING ARTSTheatre Give people across Wigtownshire
access, equal at least to that found in
other parts of the Region, to highquality theatre from a wide range oftimes and cultures
V1, V3,
V4, V5
A, B, C, D
3, 4, 6, 7,11, 13
Engage with and help to promotegroups and organisations
presenting high quality theatre inWigtownshire. These will include:West Fest, Swallow Theatre, D&GArts Festival, Wigtown Book Town,Ryan Centre, etc.
Develop a network ofcontacts
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHubEncourageengagement withtouring theatrenetwork in Dumfriesand Galloway, SouthAyrshire, NorthernIreland and theFederation of Scottish
TheatresOvercome geographical isolation in
identified areas of Wigtownshire
V1, V3,
V4, V5,V6
A, B, C, D,
F7, 13
Support subsidised transport
schemes (e.g. expand the ride 4free programme to cover arts aswell as sports)
Arrange and promote
subsidised transportto theatre wherepossible
Encourage and enable people inWigtownshire to participate in arange of theatrical activities
V1, V2,
V3, V4,
V5, V6
A, B, C, D
3, 4, 6, 7,
11, 13, 15
Engage with and help to supportgroups, organisations andindividuals to encourageparticipation in theatricalactivities. These will includeCreetown Drama Club, RyanCentre Youth Theatre, Swallow
Theatre, Newton Stewart Players,etc.
Develop a network ofcontactsPromote theWigtownshire ArtsHub
Develop audience development andmarketing strategies linked to ticketoutlet facilities across Wigtownshire
V1, V3,
V4, V5,
V6
A, B, C, D
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Install integrated box officesystems at Ryan Centre, Librariesin Wigtownshire, etcDevelop and share audienceinformation to promote events andincrease attendances acrossWigtownshire.
Promote theatre inWigtownshire throughArts Hub websiteDevelop a network ofcontacts.Help topromote and grow aregion-wide ticketing
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platform throughoutDumfries & Galloway.
Increase the number of young peopletaking part in and experiencingtheatre
V1, V2,
V3, V4,
V5, V6
A, B, D
4, 5
Encourage touring theatre toschools.Establish and support a
commission to provide a full timeYouth Drama tutor for youngpeople in Wigtownshire.
Back the West FestCommission toChamber of Arts to
provide a YouthDrama Tutor
PERFORMING ARTSMusic Give people across Wigtownshire
access, equal at least to that foundin other parts of the Region, to highquality music from a wide range oftimes and cultures
V1, V3,
V4, V5
A, B, C, D
3, 4, 6, 7,
11, 13
Engage with and help to promotegroups and organisationspresenting high quality music inWigtownshire. These will include:West Fest, Swallow Theatre, D&GArts Festival, Wigtown Book Town,Ryan Centre, Stranraer Folk Club,
Port Patrick Folk Festival, NewtonStewart and District Music Club, etc.
Develop a network ofcontactsPromote theWigtownshire ArtsHub
Overcome geographical isolation inidentified areas of Wigtownshire
V1, V3,
V4, V5,
V6
A, B, C, D,
F
7, 13
Support subsidised transportschemes (e.g. expand the ride 4free programme to cover arts aswell as sports)
Arrange and promotesubsidised transportto concerts wherepossible
Establish Stranraer as Music Townin Dumfries and Galloway
V1, V2,
V3, V4,
V5,
A, B, C, D Undertake feasibility studymapping current provision anddevelopment opportunities.Extend reach and inter-connectivity of existing music
provision in and around the town.Support new and/or improvedfacilities and music programmeswhere these add value to existingprovision in Stranraer.Seek links with other Music
See detail of staffingin infrastructuresection.
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Towns to compare activities andprovision.
Support the development of Gaelicmusic and song
V1, V3,
V4, V5,
V6
A, B, C, D
3, 4, 6, 7,
11, 13, 15
Support the work of Fisean nanGidheal in Wigtownshire
Confer with Dumfriesand Galloway Gaelicadvisor.
PERFORMING ARTSDance Encourage emerging and existing
traditional and contemporary danceV1, V2,
V3, V4,
V5,
A, B, C, D
3, 4, 6, 7,
11, 13
Include dance as an activity co-ordinated and delivered throughthe Active Schools networkHold an exhibition recognisingWigtownshires key role inestablishing Scottish Ballet
Support the FindYour Feet project inStranraer run byScottish Ballet
PERFORMING ARTSCinema/Fi
lm
Develop audiences for cinema acrossWigtownshire and promote wide
enjoyment and understanding ofcinema
V1, V3,
V4, V5,
A, B, C, D
3, 4, 6, 7,
11, 13
Engage with Ryan Centre, NewtonStewart Cinema, Machars Movies,
Cinema exhibitors network, etc.,and DVD lending from Libraries inWigtownshire to promote cinemaWork with key partners tominimise gaps in film exhibitionprovision in areas ofWigtownshire.Support andencourage the introduction ofalternative content Live andpre-recorded performances -stadium concerts, theatre andopera live from major venues.
Develop a network ofcontacts.
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHub.Monitor nationaldevelopments inrelation to thedevelopment ofmobile cinemafacilities with a viewto benefitingaudiences inWigtownshire.
Investigate thefeasibility ofestablishing highprofile cultural cinemaevents such as anannual Film Festival.Encourage the use of
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3D digital projectionin Newton Stewartand Ryan
Create opportunities for children andyoung people to participate in andlearn about filmmaking
V1, V2,
V3, V4,
V5
A, B, D
4, 5
In schools, college and youthclubs promote film making toincrease the numbers of young
people involved
Consider possiblefilming parts of Youth
Theatre commission
project.Further develop Wigtownshire as acompetitive, attractive and vibrantfilm location
V4, V6 A, B, D, F
1, 2, 12
Engage with Destination Dumfriesand Galloway, Scottish Screen,heritage organisations, gardensand other possible locations toidentify and promote aspects ofWigtownshire as film locations.
Develop a network ofcontactsPromote theWigtownshire ArtsHub
2 VISUALARTSPainting,Photography,Sculpture,Design &Crafts,PublicArt,Galleries&ExhibitionSpaces
Give people across Wigtownshireaccess, equal at least to that found inother parts of the Region, to high
quality art exhibitions from a widerange of times and cultures
V1, V3,
V4, V5,
V6
A, B, C,
D
3, 4, 6, 7,11, 13
Encourage and help to promotehigh quality art exhibitions inStranraer Museum, Libraries,
Ninian Gallery, etc.
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHub.
Develop a network ofcontacts.
Encouraged and support high qualityarts activities that have the potentialto attract visitors to Wigtownshire orenhance the economy in other ways
V1,V2,
V3, V4,
V5,
A, B, C,
D
1, 2
Seek to establish a Festival ofVisual Art in Wigtownshire withopen studios, exhibitions andevents.
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHub.Develop a network ofcontacts.
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Organise a Visual ArtsCommittee.
Support Wigtownshire crafts peopleand groups in promoting their work,skills and history.
V1,V2,
V3, V4,
V5
A, B, C,
D
1, 2, 3
Develop a network of contactswhich can effectively promote thework of makers at craft fairs inWigtownshire and beyond. Draw
up a calendar of craft events inWigtownshire and support theestablishment of new eventswhere gaps are apparent.
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHub.Develop and
coordinate a networkof contacts of craftspeople and groups.
Maximise and encourage the use ofpotential exhibition spaces inWigtownshire
V1, V2,
V3, V4,
A, B, C,
D, F
10, 12
Create and circulate an innovativelist of possible exhibition spaceswithin Wigtownshire.Obtain suitable temporaryexhibition screens and lightingand establish a base for itsstorage.
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHub.Develop a network ofcontacts.Organise a Visual ArtsCommittee.
Encourage the location of Public Art inWigtownshire
V1, V2,
V3, V4,
V5, V6
A, B, C,
D, F
10,12
Establish a Percentage for Artscheme for all large developmentsin Wigtownshire.Engage with the Chamber of ArtsCommission on Environmental Artto site work in Wigtownshire.Recognise and list existing publicart in Wigtownshire.
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHub.Develop a network ofcontacts.Organise a Visual ArtsCommittee.Apply pressure toPlanning Departmentestablish apercentage for artscheme.Create a guide toWigtownshires public
art.Enable people across Wigtownshire tohave opportunities to enhance theirtransferable skills, such as team-work,leadership and creative problemsolving, through engagement with thearts and encouraged people to
V1, V2,
V3, V4,
V5
A, B, C,
D
3, 4, 8,
Demonstrations and practicalsessions organised to showcasethe work and techniques of artistsand crafts people to groups andorganisations in Wigtownshire inparticular to schools, college and
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHub.Develop a network ofcontacts.Organise a Visual Arts
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consider career routes in the creativeindustries.
youth groups. Committee.
Extend the Wasps Studios or similarprovision to Wigtownshire
V1, V2,
V3, V4,
V5,
A, B, C,
D
1, 2,10
Investigate the need for andpromote the development of Waspstudios or similar provision inWigtownshire
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHub.Develop a network of
contacts.Organise a Visual ArtsCommittee.
Extend the art held in Wigtownshirespublic collection
V1, V3,
V4, V5
A, B, C,
D, F
3, 10, 12
Encourage the gift and purchaseof art to add to the WigtownshireCollection.Encourage the loan of works fromthe Collection.
Develop a network ofcontactsPromote theWigtownshireCollection
3 LITERATURE
Give people across Wigtownshireaccess, equal at least to that found in
other parts of the Region, to highquality literature from a wide range oftimes and cultures
V1, V3,
V4, V5
A, B, C,
D
3, 4, 6, 7,
11, 13
Support and promote the annualWigtown Book Festival
Ensure that library provision ispromoted, maintained andextended throughoutWigtownshire.Promote National Poetry Day andWorld Book Day throughoutWigtownshire
Promote theWigtownshire Arts
Hub.Develop a network ofcontacts.
Encourage and enable people inWigtownshire to participate in a rangeof literary activities
V1, V2,
V3, V4,
V5
A, B, C,
D
3, 4, 7,
11, 13
Identify and promote opportunitiesfor Wigtownshire writers todevelop their writing skills.Support the Book Town Writers.Promote and publicise the annualShort Story Competition.
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHub.Develop a network ofcontacts
Encourage and nurture young writers. V1, V2,V3, V4,
V5,
A, B, D
4, 5
Encourage and nurture youngwriters by providing opportunitiesto engage with writing and dramaas a process by arranging anddeveloping links and collaborationbetween Wigtownshire young
Develop a network ofcontactsPromote theWigtownshire ArtsHubForm links with
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writers and other appropriategroups .
English departmentsin Schools
4 HERITAGEBuiltEnvironm
ent &Gardens
Encourage the appreciation ofarchitecture and the built environmentin Wigtownshire.
V1, V3,
V4, V5,
V6
A, B, C,
D, F
3, 10, 11,12, 13
Support and extend Doors OpenDaySupport the work of Galloway
Preservation Society and theScottish Civic TrustSupport Scotlands GardenScheme and the gardens inWigtownshire
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHub.
Develop a network ofcontacts.Develop suggestionsfor the Doors OpenDay in Wigtownshire
Museums,Archaeology, LocalHistory,Archives,
OralHistory &Genealogy
Support and encourage developmentsin research into and interpretation ofthe history of Wigtownshire.Develop acohesive strategic view of the heritageof Wigtownshire
V1, V3,
V4, V5,
V6
A, B, C,
D, F
3, 10, 11,
12, 13
Support and encourage the workof the Whithorn Trust, ClanHannay Society, Newton StewartMuseum, Stranraer Museum,Bladnoch Distillery, CastleKennedy, Stranraer and DistrictLocal History Trust, Dumfriesshire
and Galloway Natural History andAntiquarian Society and others inWigtownshire.
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHub.Develop a network ofcontacts.Investigate thepossibility of a
Heritage Forum forWigtownshire
Help to encourage the recording oforal tradition and begin a data basepeople, artwork, stories etc which,collectivelytell the story of the area.
V1, V2,
V3, V4,
V5, V6
A, B, C,
D, F
11, 13
Support the collection of oraltraditions of the area with the helpof the School of Scottish Studiesand Wigtownshire libraries.
Encourageprogramme forWigtownshireLibraries
5 NEWMEDIA
ComputerGraphics&Animation, DigitalArts,
Encourage and support projects in newgenres.
V1, V2,
V3, V4,
V5
A, B, C,
D
1, 2, 3, 4,
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Demonstrations and practicalsessions organised encourage useof emerging technologicalplatforms particularly addressedto young people.Develop the creative use ofcomputer graphics and animation,
Promote theWigtownshire ArtsHub.Develop a network ofcontacts.
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DigitalMusic, DJPresentation &Recording
digital arts, digital music, DJpresentation and recording.
6 INFRASTRUCTUREStaffing &Buildings
Ensure that the basic physical andorganisational structures neededfor the operation of theWigtownshire Arts Hub, itsservices and facilities needed forit to function, are provided.
V1, V2,
V3, V4,
V5, V6
A, B, C,
D, F
10, 16
Establish the provision of a fulltime Arts Organiser forWigtownshire and two posts ofpart time assistants.Establish and run an Arts Hubwebpage embracing all artsevents and activities inWigtownshire.Where there remain importantgaps in the physical infrastructure
and while in others there is a needfor repairs and renewals, ensurethe sustainability of the arts inWigtownshire is not deterred bythe number and quality of its artsbuildings.
Establish andconstitute aWigtownshire ArtsHub organisingcommittee.Seek funding to helporganise, promoteand present, fulfillingthe objectives of theWigtownshire Arts
Hub.
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