Foldgallery

about fold

fold is an artist-led initiative based in Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. It is a not for profit organisation dedicated to promoting and providing access to contemporary art in rural locations across the north of England.

how to find us:

The gallery is only open during exhibition periods. Foldgallery is situated down Walton's Yard, off Market Square in Kirkby Stephen. From the market square, go down the yard between Age Concern and Renaissance shops. The gallery is 10 metres down on the right.

objectives:

· to provide an opportunity for rural artists to join together for mutual support, to share information, experiences and ideas.
· to raise the profile of rural contemporary artists.
· to showcase the work of rural contemporary artists.
· to bring contemporary art to rural communities.
· to showcase the work of contemporary artists in a rural environment.
· to develop community involvement and understanding of contemporary arts

outside of gallery

the gallery:

We have a dedicated exhibition space for showing cutting edge and innovative art.
We aim to showcase the kind of work normally reserved for galleries in cities. By showing the work in the gallery, we aim to engage local and visiting audiences in contemporary art that they previously may never have had the chance to experience.
The space itself is approximately 4 metres cubed. Small enough to exhibit specific projects or even individual works that would normally be swamped in larger spaces.
The gallery is fully accessible to wheelchair users.

education:

As part of our objectives, we are committed to providing access to all sectors of the community. One way to achieve this is by providing the opportunity to learn hands on skills in a variety of contemporary art practices. From short evening sessions to longer term series of workshops, we can arrange facilitators and in some cases, access to equipment.
Arts Council England

patrons:

Fold is able to carry out its core objectives thanks to generous support from Arts Council England, North West

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