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Free Entry December 2019 — March 2020
Welcome
This autumn/winter NCCD showcases the work
of over 40 British artists across eight wonderfully
curated exhibitions spanning the breadth
of craft and design.
Image: The Subjective Element (Detail) by Forest + Found Photo: Scott Murray
Jerwood Makers Open 2019 continues Gifted Contemporary Christmas Market This touring exhibition showcases new works
in our main gallery exhibiting five extra- is back in December for its 8th edition. and installations in textiles, ceramics, wood and
ordinary new commissions by early-career This year our cosy festive market hosts metal, by five contemporary artists. Each artist
makers. In February we open a specially a variety of specially selected craft stalls received a bursary from Jerwood Arts to support
curated exhibition Body & Mind: Seen with live music and entertainment, experimentation and making. The award and
& Unseen, which leads a new stimulating workshops, demonstrations and a packed exhibition freely allows makers to develop their
and engaging season of arts and health programme of creative activities for creative ideas, constituting a fresh and exciting
activities at NCCD and across our all the family. direction in their work.
local community. 5 Oct 2019 – 19 Jan 2020
2020 brings an exciting new era for Main Gallery The National Centre for Craft & Design
Throughout our smaller gallery spaces NCCD. In January, refurbishment will is delighted to be the first tour venue for
we’re delighted to present four group start to remodel and refresh the Centre the 2019 edition.
exhibitions that showcase the beautiful to include new gallery spaces, dance Featured Artists
A Jerwood Arts exhibition. Other touring venues include;
works of over 20 designer/makers & arts studios, enhanced conference Mark Corfield-Moore Jerwood Space, Manchester Art Gallery, 20-21 Visual Arts
members of Design-Nation, the UK’s and event facilities, and a larger café Forest + Found Centre & Torre Abbey Museum. With support from Art
Fund for curatorial development activity on the tour.
leading portfolio for craft design and bistro and shop. NCCD will remain open Lucie Gledhill
product. And we close our roof gallery throughout the refurbishment. Follow us Bethan Lloyd Worthington
with a solo exhibition by ceramicist on social media for regular refurbishment Tana West
Charlotte Hodes. updates and sneak previews.
As ever, NCCD hosts an inspiring There’s so much to see and take part
programme of artist led workshops, in this season — we look forward to
talks and events for everyone to welcoming you soon.
get involved with, including a
NEW Craft Club.
Pattern & Sequence:
A Selling Showcase
from Design-Nation
19 Oct 2019 – 5 Jan 2020
Roof Gallery
Following last year’s successful Colour &
Form glass exhibition, NCCD is delighted
to welcome back Design-Nation with
a new selling showcase of beautiful work
drawn from their portfolio of over
200 UK designer-makers.
This year’s theme Pattern & Sequence
includes ceramics and mosaic, jewellery
and metalwork, paper and wire, rugs,
wallpaper and textiles for interiors.
All work is available to buy and commission,
making this the perfect pre-Christmas
Image: Small Tealight Holder, Porcelace Image: P004 Writing Desk, Galt Designs
shopping experience. Oak, Sycamore and Brass
Featured Artists
Angie Parker
Anna Gravelle
Hannah Lobley
PorceLace Design-Nation Picks
Heidi Harrington 19 Oct 2019 – 5 Jan 2020 19 Oct 2019 – 5 Jan 2020
Julie Vernon Project Space Exchange Space
Justine Allison
Kate Bajic PorceLace is a collaborative project Championing new and emerging talent
Kate Welton between Design-Nation members Jayne is at the heart of Design-Nation and each
Katie Lowe Childs and Samantha Robinson. Their year the organisation co-judges the One
Lucy Elisabeth collection of lighting installations plays Year In Award at New Designers, the UK’s
Melissa Montague with repeated pattern in motif and layout. leading graduate design show.
Michaela McMillan Some elements of the exhibition are
This small showcase exhibition features
Nicki Jarvis available to purchase
the work of two 2019 One Year In winners,
Nobuko Okumura
plus Tom Galt of Galt Designs an emerging
Sam Walker
furniture maker selected for a new award
at The Celebration of Craftsmanship
& Design exhibition in Cheltenham.
Image: Small Espresso Cups, Sam Walker
Featured Artists
Susan Aldworth
Jan Bowman
Charlotte Colbert
Anna Dumitriu
Rob Elford
Susie Freeman
Rebecca D Harris
Eleanor Kerr-Patton
Janine Partington
Robyn Smith
Karina Thompson
Ellie Turner
Laura Youngson Coll
Image: Out of the Dirt, Karina Thompson
Private View Scrabble Sundays
Fri 31 Jan, 6–8pm Every Sunday in our café, 10am–4pm
Free, everyone welcome Board games are renowned for reducing
stress, social development, improving
Image: Synapse, Charlotte Colbert
our memory and keeping the brain young.
Curator and Artist
Take a break from technology and reap the
Walk and Talk health rewards of a fun game of scrabble.
Body & Mind: Body & Mind: Seen & Unseen brings together
a group of thought-provoking and engaging works,
Sat 1 Feb, 11am–12pm Free, everyone welcome
Seen & Unseen across a range of media, which all, in different
Join some of the featured artists
for an overview of Body & Mind:
ways, look at what it means to be well.
Seen & Unseen.
Sketching Sundays
1 Feb – 19 Apr 2020
Main Gallery The exhibition considers both visible health and Free, everyone welcome Every Sunday during Body & Mind:
those less visible aspects of well-being, through Seen & Unseen, 10am–5pm
works exploring personal experience of health
Sketching is a great way to slow down,
issues and pieces that examine our relationship
relieve stress and improve your memory.
to our bodies and the treatment of illness.
Pick an easel and sketch what you see
Body & Mind: Seen & Unseen questions the in our main gallery exhibition.
perception of what it means to be well, whether Free, everyone welcome,
this is something that can be seen, and how our Paper & basic materials are provided
understanding of this has changed over time.
Caroline Matthaei:
From Papagena
to Lady-Birds
21 Sep 2019 – 12 Jan 2020
Window Collection
This stairwell exhibition showcases
work by Design-Nation member Caroline
Matthaei. Works include plaster figures
Women Waiting, porcelain Lady Bird
figures along with some simpler
Image: Waiting IV, 2012 by Caroline Matthaei
automata and Jumping Jennies.
Photo: Scott Murray
‘Each of my sculptures comes with its
own story. Most of the time I can find
someone in (the) clay (wood, plaster…),
and build the figure from there.’
Caroline Matthaei interview with Midori Takaki
Ceramics Artisan – Najimu – Japan, November 2013
Image: Frieze (detail), Charlotte Hodes, 2017
Remember Me: Remember Me profiles Charlotte Hodes’
long-standing engagement with the boundaries
Charlotte Hodes between fine art and craft practice. Her work draws
Liz Pearson:
from both the rich iconography of the decorative
Papercuts and arts and her own hand drawn archive of motifs Sense of Self
Ceramics centred on the female figure.
11 Jan – 22 Mar 2020
Hodes uses collage in a unique way to challenge Exchange Space
11 Jan – 22 Mar 2020
accepted hierarchical structures and presents a
Roof Gallery & Project Space
vision that is led by a female sensibility and poetic Sense of Self by Liz Pearson focuses
imaginings. Her ceramic installations, made up on June, who is living with dementia,
of multiple pieces of ready-made tableware as and the role of participatory design
an alternative ‘canvas’, reference domesticity in promoting a ‘sense of self’ after
and the home. a dementia diagnosis.
The installation Remember Me was commissioned by and first
The exhibition documents key aspects
shown in a solo exhibition at Wolverhampton Art Gallery, 2017.
of June’s life with a collection of objects,
Image: Memory Box 2, Liz Pearson
photographs and artworks by June.
Pearson’s own work in glass, made in
Artist Talk response to June’s experiences, also
Sat 1 Feb, 1–2pm helps to look past the condition and
see the person as an individual.
Charlotte Hodes
introduces Remember Me.
Free, everyone welcome
Education Offer Arts Get creative and achieve a
nationally recognised qualification.
Calling all schools, Award
NCCD offers a fabulous
colleges and universities! opportunity for children and
young people to do their Discover,
Explore or Bronze Arts Award.
Join us on a journey of creative discovery. To book a workshop or to discuss
This season our education programme takes Arts Award or an educational visit
its inspiration from Jerwood Makers Open 2019, please call 01529 308 710 or visit
extending the national curriculum and nccd.org.uk/education
providing inspiring experiences.
Mixed Media Workshop Dance Workshop Inspired
Inspired by Lucie Gledhil by Lucie Gledhill
Using Chain as a starting point, this Focusing on Chain, explore the links and
workshop involves experimentation chains we use in movement and dance.
with materials, scale and methods Build human sculptures, form links and
of linking to develop ideas and patterns with bodies and explore how
understanding of how chains are Lucie’s making techniques could
formed to create a collaborative piece. influence your movement.
£275 for a 4-hour session £120 for half a day, £200 for full day
Key Stage 2, 3, 4 or 5 All Key Stages
Ceramic Workshop Inspired All workshops include a gallery
by Bethan Lloyd Worthington tour and talk of the exhibition
Explore and identify the symbolism of and are adaptable for different
the colour green. Using colour mixing age groups and group sizes.
and the exploration of texture in natural All offers are subject to availability
Photo: Scott Murray
objects, participants will design a 3D of the artists. All prices + VAT.
form which is then produced in clay.
£275 for a 4-hour session
Key Stage 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5
Dance Move.Mind.Make
Skills Life Drawing with
Martyn Blundell
Explore mindfulness and creativity
at NCCD through movement. Develop healthy Workshops Sat 1 Feb & Sun 8 Mar,
10.15am–3.15pm
minds and bodies in these child-friendly
yoga based activities. Combine your Events These popular classes are suitable for
session with a gallery tour, using
all abilities. You will learn a variety of
reflection and meditation exercises
drawing techniques, allowing you to
As part of our multi to engage with the exhibition.
develop your artistic practice and skill.
Sessions can be delivered at
arts programme, NCCD or at your school/venue
£30, 16yrs+, paper provided, please
bring your own drawing implements
Silversmithing Saturdays
we deliver high quality £120 per session, All Key Stages
with Andrew Poole
dance classes and True Motion 2020: U.Dance
Sat 25 Jan, 22 Feb, 21 Mar, Collage & Printing Workshop
projects to children & County Platform — Lincolnshire
10.30am–4pm Sat 15 Feb, 11am–3pm
Come and learn specialist silversmithing Inspired by Charlotte Hodes’ exhibition,
young people, schools, Sat 14 Mar 2020, from 7.30pm
techniques including soldering, sawing, create your own artwork using lino print
at Lincoln Performing Arts Centre
groups and adults of This annual sell-out evening offers an
hammering, joining, polishing and and collage. Participants will learn basic
finishing. Work on your own project print making techniques following their
all abilities, at venues insight into the wealth of dance and or tasks set by the tutor. own design.
creativity in the county and provides
and events across talented young people an opportunity
£35, 18yrs+, Basic materials included,
silver available to purchase on the day
£32, 16yrs+, all materials provided,
suitable for all abilities
Lincolnshire. to showcase their work.
£9 / £7.50 concessions
Tickets available from the LPAC
(Lincoln Performing Arts Centre)
Box office
Image: Sleepers, Martyn Blundell
Primary School Dance Fit Project
Using log books and fitness trackers
we inspire young people to get active,
with different dance styles and creative
tasks. We explore healthy lifestyles, diet,
activity and wellbeing through fun and
energetic workshops.
Sessions can be delivered at your
school/venue. 6 week projects as well
as one off workshops are available
Photo: Electric Egg
To get involved or find out more about any
of our dance programmes, please contact
dance@nccd.org.uk
Seasonal
Events
This season come and explore our
craft workshops and wellbeing events
promoting health and wellness to coincide
with Body & Mind: Seen & Unseen.
Root & Sprout Supper Club Make Your Own
Image: Root & Sprout Supper Club Image: Making Up Your Street at Ground Lab
Sat 11 Jan, 6–9pm Spinner Ring Photo: Scott Murray
To celebrate Veganuary, join pop-up Sat 8 Feb, 10.30am–4pm
supper club, Root & Sprout, for a The repetitive playing motion of a spinner
3-course vegan feast, exploring the ring is designed to help relax and calm the
Wood Carving with Peter Tree Coming Soon!
possibilities of a plant-based diet. mind. Explore silversmithing techniques, Sat 14 Mar, 10.30am–4.30pm Throughout Body & Mind: Seen & Unseen
Pay as you feel surface finishes and learn how to create we will be running a series of free arts
Learn new skills and gain confidence with
booking essential your very own unique ring. and wellbeing activities, including
wood carving tools to create a small scale
£50, 18yrs+, all materials provided, carving and understand the subtle and Mindful Stitch, Singing for Happiness
suitable for all abilities addictive qualities of carving wood. and a Human Library workshop.
Pottery Throwing Taster
£36, 16yrs+, all materials provided, Look out for these events on our website,
Sat 1 Feb, 10am–3pm social media and our newsletter
Mindful Creativity with suitable for all abilities
The tactile experience of pottery can
be meditative, inviting a deep sense
Visual Artist Kajal Nisha Patel
of relaxation and well-being. Try your Sat 15 Feb, 10.30am–4pm Creative Textile Workshop
hand at throwing on the potter’s Join Kajal for a relaxed session of asanas
with Dr Lois Pittman
wheel and make a simple pot to take Sat 28 Mar, 10.30am–4pm
(postures) and pranayama (breathing).
home once fired. Learn important techniques to manage
Experience and explore the sensorial
£3 per person, drop-in session, anxiety and stress through the art
everyone welcome aspects of biopolymer fibres made
of yoga, writing and making.
from milk, soya bean and bananas.
£40, 16yrs+ Learn, create and craft a wellbeing
textile item in this creative and
informative practical workshop.
£35, 16yrs+, all materials provided,
suitable for all abilities
Family Tots Tuesday!
Every Tue* 10am–12pm
Community Pottery Club
Fortnightly on Wed, 1.30–3.30pm
Events Children are our very special guests on Events Participants can learn a range of hand-
Tuesday mornings. Come and have a crafted ceramic techniques, designing
go at activities inspired by our exhibitions and creating their own pottery pieces.
without worrying about how much noise This local pottery club is suitable for
and mess is made! beginners as well as more experienced
ceramic enthusiasts. Contact sarah@
£1 per child, drop-in session
nccd.org.uk for more details.
*Term time only, except during Main
Gallery changeovers £5 per person, all materials provided
Dance for Parkinson’s
NEW
Exhibition Activity Zone Every Mon, 11am–12pm
Craft Club
Half Term Family Workshops Every day* 10am–5pm This relaxed dance class focuses Fortnightly from Thu 16 Jan, 1–3pm
Tue 18 Feb, 10am–2pm Drop into our Main Gallery anytime and on posture, strength, co-ordination
enjoy free family-friendly fun activities and balance for people living with Craft Club is a national campaign to
Create your very own artwork inspired Parkinson’s, their family and carers. bring people together to share craft skills.
linked to our exhibitions programme.
by exhibiting artist Laura Youngson Coll, Join us to share and show your craft
Free drop in, self-led Kindly supported by Sleaford and
in our popular holiday family workshop! District Lions Club and Sleaford projects and start something new together!
*Except during Main Gallery
Parkinson’s Support Group Begins with 2 free taster sessions to
£2 per child, drop-in session changeovers
£3, £1 for carers, email share ideas then £1, drop-in session,
dance@nccd.org.uk to book refreshments provided, suitable for
all abilities
The Nettles Volunteer Group
Photo: Scott Murray
MosArt
Every second Mon of the month,
10am–3pm Fortnightly on Sat
The Nettles Volunteer Group is on Are you interested in learning or
the lookout for more volunteers! Pop developing skills in mosaic art? MosArt
along each month and help maintain are currently working on various public
The Nettles, a natural outdoor space art projects in and around Sleaford.
situated along the River Slea next to Enquire at NCCD reception, 18yrs+
Sleaford Leisure Centre.
For more details visit: Facebook.com/
Reflections
NettlesVolunteerGroup
Fri 6 Dec, 10 Jan, 7 Feb, 6 Mar,
12–4pm
Unplugged/ Hub Writers
Our local glass club runs monthly
Every first Tues of the month, 6.30–9pm meetings and is always open and welcome
NCCD is brought to life every first to new members. Learn cutting skills
Tuesday of the month with an exciting and a range of glass fusing decorative
mix of local musicians and writers. techniques to design and create your
own glass fused pieces.
Free, everyone welcome
£10, 18yrs+
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How to find us
Riverside Cafe NCCD is located in the centre of Sleaford By Car: The A15 and A17 routes pass
on Navigation Wharf. We are accessible directly through Sleaford linking to
A great place to meet friends or have from all major transport routes. the A1. Please use NG34 7DW for sat
a meeting, our café serves a locally navs and follow the brown signs
By Train: We are a 10-minute walk
produced seasonal menu and specials, displayed on approaches to the town.
from Sleaford train station.
as well as a selection of delicious
Parking: Eastgate car park is directly
cakes and refreshments. By Bus: Sleaford is locally serviced
adjacent to NCCD. Parking Charges:
by Centrebus and Stagecoach.
Opening Times Mon-Sat first hour free then £1.50
National Express services Sleaford
10am–4pm daily and for 1–3 hours and £3.50 all day.
from major locations.
10am–3pm on Bank Holidays Sunday and bank holidays are free.
Hot food served from 10am–3pm Free parking is available for blue
and 10am–2pm on Bank Holidays badge holders.
FREE wi-fi.In the beautiful setting of Navigation Opening Times The National Centre for Craft & Design is managed and funded by North Kesteven District Council
and is a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England. The Centre is operated by Lincs
Wharf in Sleaford sits an old seed Inspire Limited who works to develop and deliver high quality arts, cultural and leisure services
warehouse. But it’s not what you’d We are open from 10am to 5pm* every day across the district of North Kesteven and beyond.
except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and
expect, for this converted warehouse New Year’s Day when we are closed.
is home to British craft and design. *On Bank Holidays we are open 10am to 4pm
and our cafe is open from 10am to 3pm.
The National Centre for Craft and Design
Admission to NCCD is FREE.
in Sleaford, Lincolnshire is the largest Charges apply for some workshops and events.
venue in England entirely dedicated to We accept all major credit/debit cards and cash.
the exhibition, celebration and promotion
of international, national and local
craft and design. Accessibility & Facilities
NCCD boasts a main gallery and smaller NCCD is wheelchair and buggy friendly. The building
and facilities are fully accessible on all levels and
interactive spaces that showcase an
there is lift access to upper floors. Accessible toilets
ever-changing programme of up to 20 and baby changing facilities are available. Mobility
exhibitions each year, from the most buggies are available on request. Please contact
This season is brought to you in partnership with:
a member of staff if you require assistance.
innovative, challenging and accomplished
artists to new and emerging talent.
Following a merger with artsNK, NCCD Contact us
now offers enriching arts and cultural
The National Centre for Craft & Design
experiences across North Kesteven Navigation Wharf, Carre Street
through a dynamic multi-arts programme Sleaford, Lincolnshire NG34 7TW
of exhibitions, dance, festivals, events, +44 (0)1529 308710
info@nccd.org.uk
performances, community arts projects,
www.nccd.org.uk
retail and education initiatives.
NCCD is also home to Design-Nation,
a leading portfolio network that supports
the very best and most diverse British-
based contemporary craft and design.
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It still is…
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