The Creative Network is a not-for-profit organisation with an artists' network of 70 members. Their artist members are conscious of their potential role and responsibilities in the context of contemporary Manx culture. This awareness is evident in the many instances of innovative collaborations and community engagement between their members and formal government-led organisations such as MNH, local commissioners, regional community clubs, groups and centres, and the more organic and informal links that evolve through shared practices between artists.
The best example of this is their annual Isle of Man Art Festival which began in 2012. The IOM Art Festival is committed to providing an enjoyable, fulfilling and inspiring experience for our artists, our island community and visitors, while enhancing art appreciation, art education and community spirit.
The festival is increasingly focused on attracting new audiences and encouraging an appreciation of the value of creativity. Many visitors tell them that they not only love the experience of seeing art at first hand, but also enjoy the random discussions with their artists, learning about their individual development, the inspiration behind their work and the influence that the island, its wildlife, history and heritage has had on their artwork.
The best example of this is their annual Isle of Man Art Festival which began in 2012. The IOM Art Festival is committed to providing an enjoyable, fulfilling and inspiring experience for our artists, our island community and visitors, while enhancing art appreciation, art education and community spirit.
The festival is increasingly focused on attracting new audiences and encouraging an appreciation of the value of creativity. Many visitors tell them that they not only love the experience of seeing art at first hand, but also enjoy the random discussions with their artists, learning about their individual development, the inspiration behind their work and the influence that the island, its wildlife, history and heritage has had on their artwork.
