Walsall Makes: Community Lantern Festival

The team at Walsall Creative Factory didn’t let the horrible weekend weather spoil their plans as they delivered a stunning example of community resilience and creativity with their lantern trail representing local history and diversity.

Walsall Makes, WalsallKerry O'CoyDecember 10, 2024walsall, Walsall Creative Factory, Walsall Makes

MORE TO EXPLORE: Can Yow Remember?

Can Yow Remember? has officially ended its MORE TO EXPLORE pilot, and what an unforgettable experience it’s been.

More to ExploreKerry O'CoyNovember 11, 2024More to Explore, Can Yow remember

Building Impact: Creative Black Country's Evaluation Journey with Earthen Lamp

Sajida Carr and Vishalakshi Roy discuss the evolution of Creative Black Country's evaluation approach at the GEM conference.

Case Study, CPP Network, NewsKerry O'CoyOctober 30, 2024Evaluation, GEM Conference, Earthen Lamp

Walsall Makes – Art

Three artists have taken up residency in empty shops in Walsall to make art. Located on the top floor of the Saddler Centre artists Daya Bhattia, Queenie Garland and Dan Griffin-Hayes will occupy two empty shops until December 2024 creating new temporary public artworks for Walsall.

Walsall Makes, WalsallKerry O'CoyOctober 29, 2024Walsall Makes, Walsall, Artist Commissions

Getting creative at the CBC Autumn Social

Thank you to everyone that joined us in Dudley at our Autumn Social last month at DY1.

Kerry O'CoyOctober 21, 2024

Announcing the recipients of the Small Grant Commissions to Support Cultural Projects in Walsall

In collaboration with One Walsall and as part of the 'Walsall Makes' programme, Creative Black Country (CBC) is proud to announce the recipients of the series of Small Community Cultural Grants (ranging from £1k to £5k) as part of our ongoing partnership to celebrate and enrich local culture in Walsall.

Walsall Makes, WalsallKerry O'CoyOctober 14, 2024Walsall, Walsall Makes

REPORT: The cultural landscape of the Black Country

Between November and December 2023 Creative Black Country commissioned Earthen Lamp to undertake a study examining how the cultural landscape of the Black Country has changed in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Case Study, NewsKerry O'CoyOctober 8, 2024The cultural landscape of the Black Country

Juneau Projects Awarded prestigious Artist in Residency to work alongside whg and Creative Black Country in new Partnership

Juneau Projects, the innovative artist duo known for their community-centered and interactive works, have been awarded the prestigious Artist in Residency opportunity, presented through a new partnership between Midlands landlord whg and Creative Black Country (CBC).

Walsall, Walsall MakesKerry O'CoySeptember 30, 2024Juneau Projects, Walsall, whg residency, whg

More to Explore - Walls of Light: Transforming Black Country Streets with Vibrant Murals

More to Explore - Walls of Light: Transforming Black Country Streets with Vibrant Murals

Sandwell, More to ExploreKerry O'CoySeptember 30, 2024More to Explore, Sandwell, Walls of Light

‘Take a Walk in Our Shoes’ Exhibition to Shed Light on LGBTQ+ Experiences in Dudley Borough

The What? Centre, a longstanding Young Person’s Advice and Counselling Service, is proud to announce the upcoming launch of an innovative and impactful art exhibition ‘Take a Walk in Our Shoes.’

Dudley, More to ExploreKerry O'CoySeptember 30, 2024More to Explore, Dudley

More to Explore invitation to 45 Books: Creative Writing Workshops for Men

This is the first part of a larger creative project of by Dan Whitehouse which taps into Doris Lessing's belief that "Writing is a machine for exploring experience,” and aims to explore issues surrounding masculinity, self-care, and cultural migration, through the lens of Dan's personal journey.

Dudley, More to ExploreKerry O'CoySeptember 30, 2024More to Explore, Dudley, Brierley Hill

Creative Communities PODCAST: In Wolverhampton with Simon Suphandgali

Creative Communities, WolverhamptonKerry O'CoySeptember 25, 2024Wolverhampton, Creative Communities

Creative Communities PODCAST: In Sandwell

Creative Communities PODCAST: In Sandwell with Stourbridge-based artist Ruth Turnball and Robert Bruce, CEO of the Dorothy Parkes Centre in Smethwick.

Creative Communities, SandwellKerry O'CoySeptember 25, 2024Sandwell, Creative Communities, Podcasts

Creative Communities special series - PART 04: SANDWELL

Creative Communities, SandwellKerry O'CoySeptember 25, 2024Sandwell, Creative Communities

Creative Communities special series - PART 03: WOLVERHAMPTON

Creative Communities, WolverhamptonKerry O'CoySeptember 18, 2024Wolverhampton, Creative Communities

Creative Communities PODCAST: In Dudley with Roots and the Friends of Abbey Street Park

CBC Creative Advisor Laura chats to illustrator Roots who supported the Friends of Abbey Street Park to design and paint a mural to brighten up a wall and celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Creative Communities, DudleyKerry O'CoySeptember 11, 2024Creative Communities, DUDLEY