Dear List
Does any other cultural venue operate a 'borrow an artist' scheme?
We are launching a new cultural loan box scheme to schools and community
groups shortly, as part of our cultural entitlement initiative.
One of the ways these boxes can be used is through artists, who will go out
to schools to inspire creative learning using the contents.
This is the only part of the service we are charging for- they can borrow
the boxes plus one facilitated session free. Although this is based on
user consultation and defined need, the piloting has revealed that schools
say they can only pay £100 per day towards costs, which does not cover
artists fees, material and transport....
Apart from subsidising sessions and trying to obtain more external grant
aid, does anybody have any other bright ideas?
Any advice/suggestions/experiences shared much appreciated
With Best Wishes
Sarah Lewis
Cultural Entitlement Officer
Learning & Culture- Oxfordshire County Council
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