Unique woodland exhibition set to capture imaginations
Members of the public can see the artworks in Galloway Forest this weekend
A unique celebration is set to take place in the Galloway Forest this weekend, as seven artists come together to deliver a ‘Kilsture Roaming’ exhibition on the 19th and 20th of August.
All work has been specially created for this event, including photography, print, ceramic installation, speculative writing, signage, found objects, and audio.
It’s understood the various artworks all respond in different ways to the forest environment, tacking a range of themes including memory, belonging, survival, migration and landscape.
The exhibition is supported by Upland CIC art development, alongwith funding from Creative Scotland, and is run in partnership with Kilsture Community Forest Trust.
The event promises an engaging spectacle
Amy Marletta, Uplands Creative Director, is looking forward to the exhibition: “The creativity in Galloway is astounding, and much of the art being produced here is influenced by life and work in one of Scotland’s most rural regions.
“Kilsture Roaming shines a light on the impressive creativity of Galloway artists and on our relationship with wild places.
“We are particularly pleased to be bringing artists and a community woodland project together in such a positive way and hope that this exhibition will provide visitors with a way to enjoy contemporary art in a truly surprising setting.”
Julia Farrington, Co-Chair of Kilsture Forest Community Group, is also welcoming the event: “We are delighted that the group chose Kilsture for their exhibition. Bringing their creativity and imagination to the forest opens up new ways of seeing this beautiful woodland.”
The seven artists involved say their efforts are driven by passion and commitment for the region, and hope the exhibition will help promote contemporary rural creative practises.
Frances Ross is one of the contributing creatives: “Galloway is as connected as anywhere with current issues, and there's a real appetite for contemporary and experimental work here.
"But there’s not an accessible art infrastructure that you might find in a more urban environment. would be great to see some ambitious opportunities for different kinds of art and art making in this region.”
A shuttle service will be running on the Saturday between Wigtown and Kilsture Forest, due to limited parking nearer the exhibition.