Dr Joanna Leah: Artists in Residence & Exhibition

Exhibition
Dr Joanna Leah
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‘Leading Curator of Hilbre Independent Biennial’.
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Artist/Researcher in Expanding Drawing and Spatial Practices, Senior Lecturer, Contextual Studies Art & Design, Leeds School of Arts, Leeds Becket University.
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Her Practice research explores the body space developing choreographic and embodied practices producing drawings, installation and performance. Central to her practice is line-making; lines mediated by the body as ways to draw out encounters with specific sites.In a parallel practice of drawing and performance her work occupies tracing and drawing out correspondences to produce what she terms blublilds.
Joanna will be conducting movement analysis of birds in relation to the tides and estuary convergences at Hilbre culminating in a body of drawings, drawing performances and films.

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This project aims to secure a sustainable future for a sensitive heritage and ecological asset. The restoration of the site’s buildings, four of which are listed as Grade II, will establish a centre dedicated to the study of Art, Science, and Sustainability. This initiative will enhance ongoing efforts to monitor migratory birds and foster a deeper connection with the local community through educational programming.

In partnership with Independents Biennial Liverpool, we are excited to launch our inaugural project, “Drawing Out Hilbre Archipelago.” This ambitious festival will feature artist residencies, workshops, exhibitions, and performances that delve into key themes, including:

• Ecological Interconnections: Examining the relationships between different species and their habitats.

• Cultural Heritage and Community Narratives: Celebrating the history and stories that define Hilbre and its surrounding communities.

• Sustainability and Self-Sufficiency: Emphasizing practices that promote ecological balance and resourcefulness.

• Time and Tides: Investigating the impact of changing tides on the island and its ecosystems.

• Engagement with Nature: Fostering outdoor participation and artistic interaction with the island’s natural environment.

Together, these efforts aim to create a vibrant hub for learning and connection within the unique context of Hilbre.