The Arts Institute is the University of Plymouth's public art programme that plays a key role in building arts and culture in the city and the Southwest England region, supporting established, new and emerging artists from around the world.
The Art Institute consists of: The Levinsky Gallery, a space for engaging, contemporary artworks; the Jill Craigie Cinema, which screens a variety of classic films and contemporary cinematic masterpieces; a theatre and dance programme held at The House; concerts and a year-round series of events that introduce contemporary art, literature and history.
Mary Costello is Coordinator of Exhibitions at the Institute of Art, Plymouth University. Professionally, she has been involved in the production and realisation of international contemporary art exhibitions since the 1980s and has worked with institutions such as The Arts Council, Ireland - ROSC exhibitions; Air Gallery, London. She also works as an Associate Lecturer in the Department of Art History at the University of Plymouth, where she gives lectures and supports the student internship programme in the Fine Art and Art History programmes. Mary is particularly interested in interdisciplinary and collaborative approaches in curatorial activities, promoting dialogue that encourages personal, social, economic and environmental development.
The meeting will be an opportunity to share experiences, seek opportunities for collaboration and learn more about student exchange programmes.
The meeting is organised by CCA ŁAŹNIA in cooperation with the British Council and the Faculty of Painting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk.
The meeting will be held in English.