If you have any creative workshops or events coming up in th…

If you have any creative workshops or events coming up in the next month in the Lakes or Dales, online of course, we’d love to hear from you! Just get in touch to let us know what you’re getting up to by emailing hello@commskick.com. #creativeworkshops #onlineworkshops #creativeopportunities #events #onlineevents #livemoredomore

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In autumn 2019 we asked the question, “how do we marry the s…

In autumn 2019 we asked the question, “how do we marry the space that we need with the space that we have?”. We ran the ‘Watch this Space’ project in October and November 2019 aimed at pushing the capabilities of what is available by using unusual and underused spaces for diverse creative activity and now…

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An exciting initiative for individuals interested in a caree…

An exciting initiative for individuals interested in a career in film & TV has opened for applications in Yorkshire from @screen_yorkshire. There are five craft certificates to work towards including grip, lighting, hair & make-up, costume and production assistant (scripted). For more information and how to apply, visit www.screenyorkshire.co.uk/craftcourses/ The deadline for application is 18th…

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Creative call out! @artworks_cic have an open call for creat…

Creative call out! @artworks_cic have an open call for creative ideas for a Self-Care Commission. They’re asking artists to share their methods for supporting their own mental, emotional, or physical health, in an exciting and engaging way. The artist fee is £150 and the work can be presented in any method which suits your creative…

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@bfifilmacademy is hosting a free online event tomorrow a 12…

@bfifilmacademy is hosting a free online event tomorrow a 12.30pm focusing on Upskilling in Isolation: How to develop an effective film festival strategy for 2021. This is a fantastic opportunity for filmmakers looking to find new ways to navigate the current climate given the circumstances and working around virtual film festivals in the future. To…

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@brewery_arts_kendal has a new exciting opportunity! They’re…

@brewery_arts_kendal has a new exciting opportunity! They’re seeking a new Chair and a number of new Trustees to join the existing Board at an exciting time of development! For more information and how to apply, head over to www.breweryarts.co.uk/opportunity/brewery-arts-trustee-chair-opportunity/ #breweryarts #kendal #newopportunity #breweryartscentre #creativeopportunity

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During December, @freshperspective participated in the 12 Ch…

During December, @freshperspective participated in the 12 Charitable Days of Christmas, dedicating each day in the run up to Christmas doing charitable acts and highlighting important work charities do every day. Many of these charities look for support all year round so if you’re looking to give back to the community, head over to their…

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Creative Internship Opportunity! @craven_arts_skipton are d…

Creative Internship Opportunity! @craven_arts_skipton are delighted to offer a paid internship opportunity to a freelance person working on their social media, newsletters and arts events. The position would be ideal for a person aged between 18 and 30 who is ambitious to get experience in the arts! For more information and how to apply, head…

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We’re bringing back Watch This Space and asking you to get i…

We’re bringing back Watch This Space and asking you to get involved. Our research shows that ‘space’ is a problem, in lots of different ways. People are struggling to find space to rehearse, exhibit, perform, collaborate, work or just be. On the flip side, one of the things the Lakes and Dales has an abundance…

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Merry Christmas from all of us at Great Place: Lakes and Dal…

Merry Christmas from all of us at Great Place: Lakes and Dales! We wish you a happy holiday and we look forward to seeing you all next year, virtual or otherwise! Photo from 2019. Photo with thanks to @stephengarnettphotography #merrychristmas #christmasholiday #christmas2020 #livemoredomore

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If you’ve taken part in any of @freshperspective’s and @joyi…

If you’ve taken part in any of @freshperspective’s and @joyinnumbers’s online workshops, head over to the link in their bio and fill out a quick feedback form. This helps with any improvements they could make and lets them know what kind of events you’d like to see more of! Photo with thanks to @stephengarnettphotography #feedbackform…

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“I’ve been hugely inspired by the workshop this week. It has…

“I’ve been hugely inspired by the workshop this week. It has already given me the confidence to use After Effects for some upcoming work of my own. Projection mapping opens up so much potential for me to use my existing skillset in new and exciting ways. Aside from learning skills, it has also been great…

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Still looking for the perfect last-minute stocking fillers? …

Still looking for the perfect last-minute stocking fillers? Check out our virtual Christmas Gift Guide featuring brands such as @bespoke.aroma.spa who offer high quality, hand blended skincare, bath and body products using only natural skin nurturing oils and botanicals, no nasties or additives, all made locally in Windermere. If you’re looking to shop local this…

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Know someone who has really got stuck into their online yoga…

Know someone who has really got stuck into their online yoga class this year? Whatever your practice or exercise, the @ebruevrim.activewear Range is your feel-good factor, in comfort and style. Head over to Ebru Evrim’s website to discover her range of activewear. If you want to give the gift of experience, why not add a…

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A great read if you fancy being inspired for 2021: Did you k…

A great read if you fancy being inspired for 2021: Did you know Ingleborough is the most walked mountain IN THE COUNTRY? But it also has a rich athletic legacy. Local author Victoria Benn provides a guide to its historic place in rural sporting life in her book Peak Performance. Sam Read Bookseller, Stripey Badger…

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Living in “the last house on the mountain” in the Newlands V…

Living in “the last house on the mountain” in the Newlands Valley near Keswick, artist @witchmountain makes prints and drawings using the “alternative process” of Cyanotype, as well as watercolour and ink illustrations. Head over to our Christmas Gift Guide through the link in our bio to read more about Kim Tillyer’s work and how…

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If you have 4 minutes to spare, please complete a short surv…

If you have 4 minutes to spare, please complete a short survey from Skipton’s Heritage Action Zone about Skipton’s cultural scene – it relates to the feature on Sunday’s episode of Countryfile. It’s so important, especially if you’re aged under 30! Thank you! LINK IN BIO! #LiveMoreDoMore

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