Artist, Curator, Writer & Events Producer


Soft Water
Sofía Clausse
Slugtown, Newcastle, UK, 2022

Image by Slugtown.
Soft Water is a solo exhibition by Sofía Clausse.

Soft Water draws parallels with interconnected systems that surround us and flow through us. It is an exploration of all that interconnects and an admission that the processes that surround us, whether that be the weather system or the movement of water itself, is not isolated from other flows and forces. We are an active part of the cycles we observe. 

The exhibition is curated by David McLeavy and Kristian Day as part of Playing Fields a new platform producing exhibitions, projects and events in partnership with artists, galleries and institutions across the UK. Sharing resources, skills and audiences, Playing Fields intends to highlight regional spaces, amplify the practice of artists outside of existing networks and expand the reach of both individuals and organisations through meaningful collaboration.


More info can be found here.

Sustainability Weekender
Part of Out & About
03 & 04 September
Various Artists
Cultural Industries Quarter (CIQ), Sheffield, UK, 2022


Image by Joe Horner.
This exciting programme of free, family friendly activity explores ideas of environmental, social and personal sustainability, featuring creative contributions from local community groups, environmentally conscious artists and creatives.

Co produced with Kerry Campbell & Felicity Hoy.

More info can be found here.

Paint Jam Weekender
Part of Out & About
06 & 07 August
Various Artists
Cultural Industries Quarter (CIQ), Sheffield, UK, 2022


Image by Joe Horner.
The Paint Jam Weekender is a celebration of live art and creativity in the public realm. Expect to see exciting new work by nationally and internationally recognised artists in a celebration of the city’s unique character, heritage and communities.

Co produced with Jo Peel, Mark McClure, Kerry Campbell & Felicity Hoy.


More info can be found here.

Freshly Squeezed Weekender
Part of Out & About
30 & 31 July
Various Artists
Cultural Industries Quarter (CIQ), Sheffield, UK, 2022


Image by Joe Horner
Freshly Squeezed is a two day festival of live music and workshops taking place in the CIQ Square programmed by and for young people featuring a selection of the most talented young musicians and producers in the city, including performances selected by Pattern + Push, DINA’s Young Producers and Chol Theatre.

Co produced with Peter Martin, Kerry Campbell & Felicity Hoy.


More info can be found here.

Urban Futures Weekender
Part of Out & About
02 & 03 July
Various Artists
Cultural Industries Quarter (CIQ), Sheffield, UK, 2022


Image by Joe Horner.
Exploring themes of architecture, urban planning and alternative realities, the Urban Futures Weekender is a chance to explore radical possibilities for the future of our urban environment via a whole host of family-friendly activities and events.

Co produced with Kerry Campbell & Felicity Hoy.

More info can be found here.

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