Within each of us lives a map. A breathing record of where we’ve been, where we come from, and where those before us have walked. Held in the body, woven into memory, carried in our ancestors’ stories, it quietly guides us: stay here. move on. come home. For those of us from diaspora communities, with colonised… Continue Reading The Map Has No Borders
Queendom Rising is a new photography exhibition by Bristol-based photographer George Netana celebrating women from Bristol’s diverse diaspora communities. This portrait series is inspired by the artist’s lived experience as a mother of Māori daughters growing up in diaspora, and explores how identity, belonging, and cultural memory are formed and sustained across generations and geographies. She has… Continue Reading Queendom Rising: Portraits of Diaspora by George Netana
Rooted in West African cultural heritage, CRAZE WORLD uses symbols, figures and patterns to confront social issues such as racism, police brutality and censorship. The work in this collection reflects the belief that art plays a vital role in shaping public thought. It provides an opportunity for viewers to encounter these visual narratives and consider… Continue Reading CRAZE WORLD by BÓLÁRINWÁ
Explore family dynamics in a unique setting, uncover hidden connections, and gain insights at this interactive workshop. Family & Systemic Constellations – Chepstow Bi-monthly Saturday Morning Circle A bi-monthly Saturday morning constellation circle offering a grounded, supportive space to explore family patterns, relationships, and inherited dynamics through embodied, systemic work. These circles are suitable both… Continue Reading Family & Systemic Constellation Workshop- Chepstow, Wales
Our monthly Artist Gatherings are designed to bring together members of our network to connect, share their projects, and discuss areas where support is needed within the arts community. Come along on Friday 24th April, 11am-1pm at the Arnolfini (Creators Residence) for a special DYCP Edition of our Artists Gathering. With the Arts Council’s Developing… Continue Reading Artists Gathering on DYCP
Tune into Ujima 98FM on Wednesday 29 April, 2–4pm, for a very special live takeover show hosted by DAN artist and Chair, DJ Bashmal, plus guests. Settle in from wherever you are, at home, in the office or on the road, and find out everything you need to know about DIASPORA! This show will be… Continue Reading DIASPORA! Takeover On Ujima Radio
Join Carole Nomessin, Elemental Medicine Woman, for this sacred fire ritual from the Huichol people of Mexico, loaned to the Western world as a reminder of how to sit together and tend our spirits. This two-hour session invites you to place offerings into the fire while walking with your own prayers, entering a space where… Continue Reading Sacred Fire Ritual
The Snug, Tobacco Factory Cafe Bar, BS3 1TF Join artist BÓLÁRINWÁ for the closing of CRAZE WORLD, an exciting exhibition showing 7 April to 10 May. This intimate closing party offers a chance to engage with the artist as he discusses the core themes of his work. The evening will feature poetry readings, film screenings… Continue Reading CRAZE WORLD Exhibition Party
Diaspora Island gathers Bristol-based artists with roots across the world, weaving together perspectives on the human condition and the shifting meaning of home. Moving between folk tales, dance, and acts of resistance, the exhibition traces how memory, culture, and activism intertwine to shape identity across borders. Curated by Emma Allen. Woven Narratives and Batik Flag… Continue Reading Voices of the Diaspora
This hugely popular annual event gives you access to explore the studios, see works-in-progress, learn about different creative processes, and buy unique work directly from the artists. The family-friendly programme includes events, performances and workshops for you to test your own creative skills and experience artists’ ideas first-hand. In Spike Island’s galleries, discover major exhibitions… Continue Reading Spike Island Open Studios
First Friday is a monthly social and showcasing event open to anyone. It takes place in the Pervasive Media Studio every First Friday throughout the year except for August and January. As well as the chance to socialise in the Pervasive Media Studio, attendees joining the event will also get to see a selection of… Continue Reading First Friday
Come and join us for the launch of the Voices of DIASPORA! exhibition, curated by artist Emma Allen, showing at The Island from 1-4 May. It is a chance to preview the work, meet the practitioners involved, including artists from the Black Creatives. This event takes place straight after the DIASPORA! 2026 Opening Ceremony. Age:… Continue Reading Voices of DIASPORA! Launch Party
